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Re: Playing an instrument makes you smarter - Odd News | newslite.tv

mindevolve — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:34:18 -0000

This is an interesting study. In my work I've noticed this from the other side, too. My company publishes brain training software. The program is intended primarily for focus and problem-solving ability, but customers have noticed two things related to music: Musicians perform better at the training, and the training helps with musical ability. Both unexpected relationships.

Re: A Different Approach to SAT Preparation - mediabistro.com: WebNewser

mindevolve — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:26:14 -0000

Interesting. I'm a firm believer in the philosophy Schoffner espouses -- treat the SAT as an opportunity to master the test, rather than as a hurdle to climb over.

I also think that students should consider brain training as one of the ways to approach this opportunity and boost their scores.

Martin Walker
www.mindsparke.com
Effective, Affordable Brain Training Software

Re: Brain Training: Brilliant or Bogus?

mindevolve — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:19:48 -0000

These are good points, but not all brain training programs are the same. Although many brain games don't have a solid scientific foundation, some do. And the research behind the good programs thoroughly demonstrates that brain training can work.

Last year a study by scientists from the Universities of Michigan and Bern showed increases in fluid intelligence of more than 40% with intensive brain training. Mind Sparke has a program that faithfully reproduces that training regime. (http://www.mindsparke.com)

Re: Surrey Leader - Heads up: Learn how to create a healthier brain

mindevolve — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 14:57:11 -0000

The processes that lead to gradual loss of brain function (including memory, focus, and processing speed) come about in large part because it gets harder to stimulate the production of new neurons as we age. But in the last couple of years scientists have designed new training techniques that stimulate new nerve cell growth.

There's an exciting future of brain awareness and better brain health ahead of us. Thanks for running this kind of story.

Best wishes,
Martin Walker
www.mindsparke.com
Effective, Affordable, Brain Training

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mindevolve — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 08:00:55 -0000

Sounds like a fascinating workshop, Annie.

I found Doidge's book riveting. The more people know about the possibilities of changing our brain in a positive and constructive way -- without drugs -- the better.

Martin Walker
www.mindsparke.com
Effective, Affordable, Brain Training Software

Re: The Turning Girl IQ Test

mindevolve — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:23:13 -0000

Weird.

Anyone looking at this may be interested to know that researchers have now shown we can increase our IQ by training.

If you haven't seen Susanne Jaeggi and Martin Buschkuehl's study on Training Working Memory (PNAS), you should check it out. Jaeggi and Buschkuehl's team recorded increases in mental agility (fluid intelligence) of more than 40% after 19 days of focused training with a dual n-back progressive method.

I was so impressed that I contacted the research team and developed a software program using the same method so that anyone can achieve these improvements at home.
http://www.iqtesttraining.com - IQ Training Program

martin

Re: Plastic Brain Outsmarts Experts

mindevolve — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 22:36:37 -0000

And if you want a deluxe version for download, with history and profile, I was so impressed that I developed a software program using the same method so that anyone can achieve these improvements at home.
(IQ Training Program)

Re: Genius IQ Brain Exercises

mindevolve — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:36:40 -0000

Hello. This is a fascinating post.

I've been training my working memory capacity using a training technique developed by Susanne Jaeggi and Martin Buschkuehl of the Universities of Michigan and Bern. The best part is that the training is proven to increase fluid intelligence!

I was so impressed by the research report that I developed a software program using the same method so that anyone can achieve these improvements at home.
iqtesttraining.com - The IQ Training Program

Martin
mind evolve, llc
PS. My working memory is up to an average of 11 items after about a month of training. And I can now do the NY Times Saturday crossword puzzle.

Re: Wacko Wednesdays: Multiple Intelligences II

mindevolve — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:22:13 -0000

Hello.

At the risk of fanning flames or sparking new fires, those who feel touchy about IQ testing may be fortified to hear that new research shows we can change our scores by training our working memory. (Jaeggi: Training Working Memory Increases Fluid Intelligence pnas - April '08). This seems to thrust IQ into the realm of personal fitness -- we don't all have a muscular physique, but anyone can go to the gym and work out...

Martin