Researchers found that a specific type of brain training focused on visual processing speed can lower the long-term risk of dementia diagnosis in older adults. A study analyzing data from two decades showed that those who received this adaptive training were 25 percent less likely to be diagnosed with dementia compared to a control group. The benefits appeared to depend on the combination of the specific visual speed task and follow-up sessions, suggesting potential avenues for preventative intervention. While limitations exist, the results offer hope for developing effective strategies to delay or prevent onset of dementia.
Source: https://www.psypost.org/specific-brain-training-regimen-linked-to-lower-dementia-risk-in-20-year-study