Lumosity games for the brain
February 26th 2010 10:01
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Why Lumosity Brain Training
The brain needs care just like the body
New scientific research shows that we can improve the health and function of our brains with the right mental workouts.
Scientifically designed brain fitness program
Lumosity is designed by some of the leading experts in neuroscience and cognitive psychology from Stanford and UCSF.
Demonstrated to improve memory and attention
Lumosity was shown to improve basic cognitive functions in randomized, controlled clinical trials
Brain tips & fun facts
A group of London taxi drivers were found to have an unusually large hippocampus, probably due to the practice of navigating complex roadways in London.
Spatial Recall
Spatial recall involves your sense of space. It is important for keeping track of changes in your physical environment and orientating yourself within it. For example, it allows you to remember where you left your keys and parked your car.
Used for:
Sense of 3-D environment
Remembering location of objects
Recalling visual patterns
Spatial recall games
Moneycomb
Memory Matrix
Other games that support spatial recall
Monster Garden
Name Tag
Rotation Matrix
References:
Dorval, M., & Pépin, M. (1986). Effect of playing a video game on a measure of spatial visualization. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 62(1), 159-62.
Schaefer, P. D., & Thomas, J. (1998). Difficulty of a spatial task and sex difference in gains from practice. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 87(1), 56-8.
Tranter, L. J., & Koutstaal, W. (2007). Age and Flexible Thinking: An Experimental Demonstration of the Beneficial Effects of Increased Cognitively Stimulating Activity on Fluid Intelligence in Healthy Older Adults. Neuropsychology, Development, and Cognition. Section B, Aging, Neuropsychology and Cognition, 1-24.
So? Ready to go, just help yourself to a free trial, no questions asked, just email address
so you can get at the games and there are even some sites that let you play on the spot, no questions asked.
Having your own choices for a week can be very beneficial, so take advantage of the great offer and challenge yourself in the privacy of your own home
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