So this week, I'll be discussing brain training programs and fluid intelligence! So according to www.pnas.org, fluid intelligence is "the ability to reason and to solve new problems independently of previously acquired knowledge." The idea is that people take brain training tests, their fluid intelligence will increase or at the very least, slow the decline of mental processing from aging. It seems logical since it is known that elderly people who continue to provide themselves with brain activities become less susceptible to reduction in mental processing. If it works for them, why not me? Apparently, this is not the case completely. There is no exact proof that participating in brain training activities can actually improve our fluid intelligence and that it can actually get better without practice. However, it is said that our brain can still be trained and grow. However, this is by a certain method. Even though there is no solid evidence, it really can't harm you. The only thing it does if it doesn't work is use up some of "your time and a few bucks." What's to lose? Plus, some of the activities can be fine when you're really bored hehehe...
So ultimately, there is no proof that 4hours playing Brain Age infront of the TV on your brand new Wii will enhance your fluid intelligence.
3 comments:
LOL. I have a gut feeling that playing video games won't help your fluid intelligence either. Maybe your hand and eye coordination??
I agree with Zeenat. I don't think that playing video games necessarily helps your fluid intelligence. Good post though!
haha video games. this is a very interesting blog. good job!
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