
BS 138 John Medina: Brain Rules for Aging Well
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for Everyone
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Benefits of Video Games and Reminiscing on Cognitive Function in Seniors
Exploring how video games like Beep Seeker can enhance cognitive function in seniors, the chapter also delves into the positive effects of reminiscing on brain health. It discusses the counterclockwise experiment by Ellen Langer at Harvard, where seniors immersed in past memories showed improvements in motor coordination and cognitive skills. The chapter also touches on activities like learning a new language and redesigning environments to enhance cognitive function in seniors.
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