Brain Training and Cognitive Enhancement

Flashcards covering key concepts related to brain training, cognitive enhancement techniques, and the evaluation of their effectiveness.

2-back task

A cognitive task used to assess working memory, requiring the participant to recall items presented two positions earlier.

Near transfer

Training-related improvements on measures that are highly similar to the training task.

Far transfer

Training-related improvements on measures that are different from the training task.

tDCS

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation, a neurostimulation technique that uses constant low current delivered to the brain via electrodes.

Cognitive-fitness software

Programs designed to improve cognitive function, such as memory and attention, often used in brain training.

Lumosity

A brain training program that settled FTC charges for deceptive advertising regarding its cognitive improvement claims.

Caffeine

A central nervous system stimulant that may enhance attention and motivation in brain training contexts.

Polyphenol

A type of antioxidant found in various foods, believed to contribute to cognitive health.

Chlorogenic acids

Compounds found in coffee that may have effects on cognitive ability.

Imprecise placement

The challenge in accurately targeting specific brain regions with stimulation techniques like tDCS.