Adaptative computerized cognitive training decreases mental workload during working memory precision task - A preliminary fNirs study

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ID21642990
AutoresAleksandra Landowska (0000-0001-7703-6202), Max L Wilson (0000-0002-3515-6633), Michael P Craven (0000-0001-5682-6360, University of Nottingham), Kyle Harrington (0000-0002-7237-1973, University of Nottingham)
Ano2024
Volume184
Páginas103206
Data de publicação2024-04-01
Open AccessSim
TipoARTICLE
PeriódicoInternational Journal of Human-Computer Studies (JOURNAL)
Identificadores do periódicoISSN: 1071-5819 • E-ISSN: 1095-9300
EditoraElsevier BV (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1016/j.ijhcs.2023.103206
OpenAlexW4390331798
IdiomaEN
Citações recebidas1
Referências citadas103

With the growing concern for the health of ageing populations, much research continues to look at the impact of cognitive training, particularly in relation to cognitive decline. We sought to use novel techniques, including augmented reality and portable neurotechnology, to evaluate the impact of a dynamically adjusting cognitive training programme, in comparison to a statically challenging alternative. Before and after an 8-week training period, and at a 5-week follow-up, we used portable functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy to examine mental workload in a mixed battery of cognitive and transfer tasks. A recently developed tablet-based task was used to identify changes in cognitive misbinding. Augmented Reality was used to create a supermarket shopping experience, as a more ecologically valid and realistic transfer task relating to an everyday task relating to independence that quickly becomes difficult with cognitive decline. The analyses showed a decreased mental workload within the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and that participants considerably increased their performance in the trained task. Some results were maintained at the 5-week follow-up assessment. In terms of transfer, we observed reliable group differences immediately after training completion, which were mainly driven by distinct conditions. Some behavioural memory gains were maintained during the follow-up. The use of novel technologies brought new insights into the effects produced by the dynamic computerised cognitive training programme, which has potential future applications in cognitive decline screening and prevention

Cognition · Cognitive decline · Cognitive psychology · Cognitive skill · Cognitive Training · Dorsolateral prefrontal cortex · Elementary cognitive task · Functional near-infrared spectroscopy · Prefrontal cortex · Task switching · Working memory · Workload · Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies · Computer Science · Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research · Engineering · Medicine · Neuroscience · Optical Imaging and Spectroscopy Techniques · Psychology

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