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  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Multitasking is crucial in modern society.
  • The relationship between multitasking, working memory, and general intelligence requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the interrelations between multitasking ability, working memory, and general intelligence.
  • To critically evaluate the efficacy of 'brain training' programs, specifically multitasking training, in enhancing general intelligence.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of cognitive psychology and neuroscience research.
  • Critical analysis of studies on multitasking, working memory, and intelligence.
  • Examination of claims made during the 2000s 'brain training' boom.

Main Results:

  • Multitasking, working memory, and general intelligence are distinct but interrelated cognitive functions.
  • Evidence supporting the claim that multitasking training significantly enhances general intelligence is limited.
  • Individual differences in multitasking ability may correlate with working memory performance.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed to fully understand the complex interplay between these cognitive abilities.
  • The effectiveness of specific cognitive training interventions, like multitasking training, for broad intelligence enhancement warrants cautious interpretation.