DS Daily: The benefits of brain training

by Alisha Karabinus { Oct 26th 2007 at 9:00AM }

A recent study in Scotland showed a vast improvement when kids supplemented their regular studies with a little dose of Dr. Kawashima's Brain Training. Looks like it really does work, at least when in a controlled environment. Of course, this is not the first time we've seen a little Brain Age used in schools, and we doubt it will be the last. However, it sets us up for what could be a good discussion this morning. First, do you think schools in the US will make the leap to trying out Brain Age? Second, do you feel that it helps you?

Tags: brain-age, school

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

kevin @ Oct 26th 2007 9:16AM

I just got my DS (I know, late to the game). I've been using Brain Age 2 daily for about a week now, so I'm not sure about longer-term results, but I find the extra daily mental stimulation to be beneficial. It's a nice way to get my brain going in the morning.

As far as BA2's penetration in to U.S. schools, I don't think it's likely. The DS just isn't the cultural phenomenon stateside that it is in Japan.

German S. @ Oct 26th 2007 9:49AM

it really is a great alternative to coffee i find. i am more stimulated and focused through out the day when i brain train in the morning.

Eddy @ Oct 26th 2007 12:15PM

Yes and Yes.

Alisha Karabinus @ Oct 26th 2007 1:05PM

I don't think it's as big a phenomenon in Scotland or Australia, either, as it is in Japan, and yet we're seeing schools there at least experiment with the idea.

That said, there's just something about the public education system here that makes me think it'll never happen. Schools are underfunded as it is, so I doubt they'll be laying out for a mass amount of handhelds, and private schools, which could potentially afford it -- or put it on a supply list -- seem even less likely to try it. At least, the ones around here. I think that's sad, because clearly, it can help.