The feasibility and effectiveness of remote cognitive training on cognitive function and work performance in workers

Area of Science:

• Occupational Health
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Digital Health Interventions

Background:

• Remote cognitive training (CT) offers a scalable approach to enhance cognitive function in the workforce.
• Assessing the feasibility and efficacy of digital CT interventions is crucial for workplace well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the feasibility of remote CT for Japanese workers.
• To determine if CT can improve cognitive function and work performance.

Main Methods:

• An intervention time series study involving 119 Japanese workers (aged 18-65) using the BrainHQ platform for remote CT.
• Cognitive function assessed via THINC-integrated tool; work performance measured using a visual analog scale.
• Participants completed 12 weeks of CT, with follow-up assessments.

Main Results:

• Only 22.7% met the recommended training goal of 720 minutes.
• Participants with longer training durations showed significant improvements in attention and executive function.
• No significant improvement in self-rated work performance was observed post-intervention.

Conclusions:

• Remote CT feasibility was suboptimal, highlighting challenges in adherence.
• Cognitive function improvements are achievable with increased training duration and enhanced participant motivation.
• Further research is needed to optimize remote CT delivery for sustained cognitive and work performance benefits.