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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Cognitive Neuroscience
Human-Computer Interaction

Background:

Cognitive decline is a concern for aging populations.
Computerized cognitive training offers a potential intervention.
Feasibility of such interventions for seniors needs evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the feasibility of a randomized clinical trial for senior cognitive training.
To test if 'games for learning' improve cognitive abilities in seniors aged 60-80.
To identify factors influencing intervention adherence and effectiveness.

Main Methods:

Developed a senior-friendly online game suite with adaptive difficulty.
Randomized 60 seniors (60-80 years) to a game intervention or control group.
Assessed recruitment, retention, playtime, and cognitive changes over six weeks.

Main Results:

Intervention implemented with high-functioning seniors, but with small effect size.
Participants improved on games but showed limited transference to other cognitive tasks.
Feasibility challenges included internet access, variable playtime, and reluctance to increase difficulty.

Conclusions:

A six-week computer game-based cognitive intervention is feasible for high-functioning seniors.
Current intervention shows small cognitive improvement, suggesting a need for more intensive or longer programs.
Further research is needed to optimize 'games for learning' for substantial cognitive gains in seniors.