Researchers at George Washington University have developed a 12-week program aimed at addressing memory and attention disorders. Findings were published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease Reports.
The study enrolled 223 participants, spanning children and adults, over a two-year timeframe. The group included 71 individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), 88 with post-concussion syndrome (PCS), and 64 with varying degrees of cognitive impairment, including memory challenges that can precede dementia.
Participants followed a tailored 12-week plan that featured twice-weekly brain training sessions, stress-reduction routines, and lifestyle adjustments. The program led to notable gains in memory, attention, mood, and sleep for many. Overall, effectiveness ranged from 60% to 90%, with participants showing higher scores on cognitive assessments and reporting fewer troublesome symptoms.
Additional analyses within the project indicated that older adults with cognitive impairment experienced meaningful brain function improvements, with 84% reaching clinically relevant gains in cognitive performance.
The researchers emphasize that these results support the value of interdisciplinary, personalized interventions for cognitive health.
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