A Multimodal Cognitive Enhancement Program for Older Adults: A Case Report of the Implementation of Brain Training

Background: Earlier studies have demonstrated that a single-domain intervention, such as a brain-training (BT) game alone and a sulforaphane (SFN) intake, positively affects cognition. This study examined whether a combined BT and SFN intake intervention has beneficial effects on cognitive function in older adults. Methods: In a 12-week double-blinded randomized control trial, 144 older adults were randomly assigned to one of four groups: BT with SFN (BT-S), BT with placebo (BT-P), active control game (AT) with SFN (AT-S), and active control game with placebo (AT-P). We used Brain Age in BT and Tetris in AT. Participants were asked to play BT or AT for 15 min a day for 12 weeks while taking a supplement (SFN or placebo). We measured several cognitive functions before and after the intervention period. Results: The BT (BT-S and BT-P) groups showed more improvement in processing speed than the active control groups (AT-S and AT-P). The SFN intake (BT-S and AT-S) groups recorded significant improvements in processing speed and working memory performance unlike the placebo intake groups (BT-P and AT-P). However, we did not find any evidence of the combined intervention’s beneficial effects on cognition. Discussion: We discussed a mechanism to improve cognitive functions in the BT and SFN alone interventions.

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Late-Onset Narcolepsy: A Case Report with Brief Review of the Literature

Journal of Health and Allied Sciences NU ◽

10.1055/s-0040-1722802 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Jeny Jacob ◽

Rajesh Venkataram ◽

Nandakishore Baikunje ◽

Rashmi Soori

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Case Report ◽

Excessive Daytime Sleepiness ◽

Daytime Sleepiness ◽

Late Onset ◽

Sleep Latency ◽

Early Adulthood ◽

Review Of The Literature ◽

Multiple Sleep Latency ◽

Overnight Polysomnography

AbstractNarcolepsy, a sleep disorder, has its onset in childhood and early adulthood but rarely in older adults. This case report focuses on a man in his late fifties who was noticed to have excessive daytime sleepiness during his stay in our hospital for an unrelated medical ailment. He was further evaluated with overnight polysomnography and next day multiple sleep latency test which confirmed the diagnosis of narcolepsy.

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Developing Empathy Towards Older Adults Through Emotional and Cognitive Enhancement

Cross-Cultural Design. Applications in Health, Learning, Communication, and Creativity - Lecture Notes in Computer Science ◽

10.1007/978-3-030-49913-6_16 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 191-199

Author(s):

Pei-Lee Teh ◽

Motoki Watabe ◽

Annereena Ravichandran ◽

Kristel Tan

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Cognitive Enhancement

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Effect of Brain Training Game on Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) in Older Adults

10.53350/pjmhs211592272 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 (9) ◽

pp. 2272-2275

Author(s):

Hafsah Arshad ◽

Kinza Anwar ◽

Hafsah Gul Khattak ◽

Imran Amjad ◽

Yaser Majeed

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Cognitive Impairment ◽

Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽

Cognitive Abilities ◽

Cognitive Assessment ◽

Verbal Fluency ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Montreal Cognitive Assessment ◽

Brain Training ◽

Neurocognitive Functions

Aim: To determine effects of Kinect- based games on neurocognitive functions in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Methodology: A quasi experimental pre-post trail was conducted on 18 mild cognitive impairment (MCI) older adults. The subjects were recruited to access cognitive impairment through purposive sampling technique. The inclusion criteria were elderly aged ≥ 50 years, both genders, able to read and write, whereas older adults with severe cognitive impairments, neurological disorders and un controlled comorbidities were excluded. Brain training was provided for 30 minutes with 5-minute warm-up time and 5-minute cool-down time for 6 weeks. Blind assessor measured readings at baseline and after six weeks. The outcome measures were Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA), Trail making test A & B and verbal fluency test (Semantic &Phonemic). The data was analyzed at baseline and after six weeks of intervention Results: Significant improvements were observed in post-test measurements (p <0.05) in MMSE, MoCA, TMT A & B and verbal fluency (Semantic &Phonemic) tests after 6 weeks of treatment. Conclusion: Kinect-based virtual reality games are beneficial in improving cognitive abilities of older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Keywords: Cognitive training, Mild cognitive impairment, Montreal Cognitive Assessment

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Current Status and Future Prospect of Brain Training Platforms for Older Adults

10.1007/978-981-16-6324-6_15 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 140-148

Author(s):

Chiyin Zheng ◽

Jingwen Miao ◽

Pengyun Wang ◽

Wendong Xiao ◽

Juan Li

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Future Prospect ◽

Current Status ◽

Brain Training

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Neuropsychological and Functional Impact of COVID-19 on Mild Cognitive Impairment

American Journal of Alzheimer s Disease & Other Dementias® ◽

10.1177/1533317520960875 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 35 ◽

pp. 153331752096087

Author(s):

Kalpana P. Padala ◽

Christopher M. Parkes ◽

Prasad R. Padala

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Cognitive Impairment ◽

Case Report ◽

Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽

Activities Of Daily Living ◽

Older Adult ◽

Daily Living ◽

Functional Decline ◽

Depression And Anxiety ◽

Physically Active

We present a case report to showcase that behavioral, cognitive, and functional decline may be associated with COVID-19 stay-home guidance among older adults with pre-existent cognitive impairment. In a functionally independent and physically active older adult with Mild Cognitive Impairment, there was worsening in depression and anxiety symptoms associated with the restrictions of COVID-19. Functional decline was also noted as assessed by Instrumental Activities of Daily Living. We discuss solutions to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 restrictions in this vulnerable population.

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