Improvement of Visual Attention and Working Memory through a Web-based Cognitive Training Program
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Design, Settings, and Participants: Randomized, controlled experiment consisted of assessment, training intervention, and post-training assessment. Volunteer participants (n=23, mean age=54) were recruited from various locations across the US. Training and testing were conducted on each participant’s personal computer to simulate conditions of actual use. Both groups used computers on a regular basis. Results and compliance data were captured automatically via the online program.
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