Brain-training games may have cognitive benefits, but other challenging activities are proven to help our brains function at their best.
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Dyslexia isn’t just a learning difficulty – it can be a cognitive strength.
Researchers asked math teachers why certain groups do better at math than others. The teachers had different answers for different groups.
Sleep appears to play an essential role in a number of brain functions, such as memory. So good quality sleep could play a vital role in preventing dementia.
Each new technology raises concerns about how they will negatively affect our ability to think, retain and process information. But these technologies don’t detract from our cognitive abilities.
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