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Effect of Video Games on Cognitive Performance and Problem-Solving Ability in the Aged with Cognitive Dysfunction: A
Mosayeb Mozafari1, Masoumeh Otaghi1, Maryam Paskseresht1
1Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Ilam University of Medical Sciences, Ilam, Iran.
Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences
|March 3, 2025
Summary
Playing video games three times weekly for 12 weeks significantly improved cognitive performance and problem-solving skills in elderly individuals with mild cognitive impairment. This intervention is recommended for enhancing brain health in aging populations.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Digital Health
Background:
- Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a common aging issue.
- Impaired problem-solving abilities are linked to memory decline in the elderly.
- This study addresses the need for interventions to support cognitive function in aging populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of video games on cognitive performance in elderly individuals with MCI.
- To assess the effect of video games on problem-solving abilities in this demographic.
- To explore a novel, accessible intervention for cognitive enhancement in older adults.
Main Methods:
- A double-blind, randomized clinical trial involving 60 elderly participants with MCI.
- Intervention group played smartphone video games thrice weekly for 12 weeks; control group received no intervention.
- Cognitive performance and problem-solving were assessed using the Mini Mental Status Examination and Problem-solving Questionnaire at baseline, 8 weeks, and 4 weeks post-intervention.
Main Results:
- The intervention group showed significant improvements in cognitive performance (25.18±0.93) and problem-solving ability (21.15±1.36) compared to the control group (19.43±0.76 and 13.72±1.98, respectively) (P<0.001).
- No significant baseline differences were observed between groups.
- Significant differences emerged 8 weeks after intervention initiation and persisted 4 weeks post-intervention (P<0.001).
Conclusions:
- Regular engagement with video games can effectively enhance cognitive performance and problem-solving skills in the elderly with MCI.
- This video game intervention is a promising, implementable strategy for improving cognitive health in aging populations.
- The findings support the integration of digital interventions into geriatric care to mitigate cognitive decline.
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