As the content of the memory training focused on skills improving memory ability, it is not surprising that improvement is reflected in the memory subscale.
Since no tau pathology was present at this age, the authors suggested that the over-expression of tau resulted in improved trafficking of glutamate receptors, enhancing synaptic transmission and improving memory.
"So much for resveratrol improving memory," he grumbled.
Dr. Grafman said that applying cognitive rehabilitation techniques, which focus on improving memory, attention and decision making, "is almost a no-lose proposition.
The Irish study suggests that the increases in BDNF prompted by exercise may play a particular role in improving memory and recall.
Claims of aromatherapy benefits have included boosting immunity, fighting bacteria as effectively as antibiotics, curing herpes and shingles, relieving arthritis, healing wounds, improving memory, countering depression and enhancing circulation.
Among the books are ones from the likes of the two-time national champion Ron White and Tony Buzan, founder of the world memory championships, featuring complicated strategies for improving memory.
Some researchers have reported that tDCS can reduce pain, ease depression, treat autism and Parkinson's disease, control cravings for alcohol and drugs, repair stroke damage, and accelerate recovery from brain injuries, to say nothing of improving memory, reasoning and fluency.
For Merzenich, improving memory and cognition among older people is just the beginning.
In a randomized, controlled study, the exercises were shown to have statistically significant effects in improving memory and attention.
In addition, 3a was active in improving memory impairment in vivo.
