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Long-term Chinese calligraphic handwriting training has a positive effect on brain network efficiency
Wen Chen1,2,3,4, Yong He2,3, Chuansheng Chen5
1Advanced Innovation Center for Future Education, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China.
Plos One
|January 26, 2019
Summary
Long-term Chinese calligraphy handwriting (CCH) training enhances brain functional plasticity. This practice improves brain network efficiency, particularly in areas linked to cognitive functions and motor skills.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Cognitive Science
- Art Therapy
Background:
- Chinese Calligraphic Handwriting (CCH) is a visual art form known to influence brain activity.
- Previous research suggests CCH practice can reorganize functional brain connectivity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of long-term CCH training on brain functional plasticity.
- To assess changes in brain network topology associated with CCH practice.
Main Methods:
- Utilized resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data from 31 individuals with over five years of CCH training and 40 controls.
- Constructed and analyzed brain functional networks using network measures.
- Examined group differences at whole-brain and modular levels, correlating network characteristics with calligraphy skills.
Main Results:
- The CCH group exhibited shorter characteristic path lengths and higher local efficiency compared to controls.
- These network improvements were observed in frontal and parietal cortices, limbic system, basal ganglia, and thalamus.
- Specific network measures in the cingulate cortex, caudate nucleus, and thalamus correlated with CCH performance.
Conclusions:
- Long-term CCH training positively influences the topological characteristics of brain networks.
- This suggests CCH practice can enhance brain functional plasticity and connectivity.
- The findings support the role of CCH as a beneficial cognitive and motor training activity.
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