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Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Neuroscience
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • Aging is associated with declines in prospective memory, which is crucial for daily functioning.
  • Prospective memory training aims to mitigate these age-related memory deficits.
  • Existing training approaches include strategy-based, process-based, and combined regimens.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review and synthesize evidence on prospective memory training for healthy older adults (over 55 years).
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of different types of prospective memory training interventions.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature search was conducted across major databases (Cochrane Library, EBSCO, PsycINFO, PubMed).
  • 349 studies were initially identified, with 11 studies meeting the inclusion criteria for the review.
  • Studies were categorized into strategy-based, process-based, and combined training groups.

Main Results:

  • Strategy-based training demonstrated a positive effect on prospective memory in healthy older adults.
  • Evidence for the efficacy of process-based and combined training remains preliminary.
  • Six studies focused on strategy-based training, two on process-based, and three on combined approaches.

Conclusions:

  • Strategy-based prospective memory training appears beneficial for older adults.
  • Further research is necessary to establish the effectiveness of process-based and combined training methods.
  • Techniques like mental imagery and external aids are promising components of strategy-based training.