Basic Task Switching game, Lumosity
As the brain ages neurons can degenerate over time. Studies show that as humans become older, so brains do. Aside from taking supplements that make our brains healthy, science suggests that we must give our brains a dose of regular mental exercises to keep them from dying young.
Lumosity and LiveScience teamed together to develop games that will help our brains get a regular tune-up. Their main purpose is to provide scientifically designed brain fitness program. This brain training program was developed by some of the leading experts in neuroscience and cognitive psychology from Stanford and UCSF.
Lumosity's featured games include Lost in Migration (Attention Game), Word Bubbles (Flexibility Game), Memory Matrix (Memory Game), Word Sort (Problem Solving) and more. Each of this game focus on certain areas that help develop focus, increase mind flexibility, sharpens memory, enhance pattern recognition and improved problem solving skills.
Lumosity games have been reported effective to develop clearer and quicker thinking, improved memory for names, numbers, directions, etc., increased alertness and awareness, elevated mood and better concentration at work or while driving.
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Below are some of the featured games. Click on any to play.
Actually it is now known that the brain continues to grow new neurons as the body ages (called neurogenesis):
http://thebrain.mcgill.ca/flash/capsules/histoire_bleu05.html