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Large meta-analysis finds video games linked to modest cognitive gains

Research finds different game genres enhance cognition in distinct ways

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A 20-week controlled trial found that college students playing action or strategy games (1 hour per day) both improved in spatial attention, working memory, and executive function, with action game players showing greater gains in spatial attention and working memory.

Research finds different game genres enhance cognition in distinct ways
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“Both groups had improved spatial attention, working memory, and executive function. Improvements in spatial attention and working memory were greater for the action game players.”

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