Using games, researchers tested whether people can improve their working memory skills
Using games, researchers tested whether people can improve their working memory skills
Using games, researchers tested whether people can improve their working memory skills
Erin Kayata
February, 27, 2025
Summary
Working memory is vital for everyday tasks like mental math and remembering addresses. Psychology professor Susanne Jaeggi's new study explores how this cognitive skill can be improved through training. Using data from 568 students playing memory games, researchers applied machine-learning algorithms to predict individual learning patterns based on traits like cognitive ability, personality, and video game experience. Results showed that openness to experience and prior gaming helped slower learners persist. The findings suggest that tailored training can improve working memory, especially for those with lower baseline skills, offering promise for groups like older adults or individuals with cognitive challenges.
Reference
Kayata, E. (2025, February 27). Using games, researchers tested whether people can improve their working memory skills. Medical Xpress. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-02-games-people-memory-skills.html