Do Brain Games Actually Work?

Two weeks ago, I wrote an ElderGadget post on the so-called brain game phenomenon. As I described, not only is it important to keep your mind active, but I suggested that the most effective way to achieve such a goal was through interactive, senior-friendly games like MindFit, Brain Fitness and Brain Age.

For the most part, the reaction to the post was rather positive, which makes sense, given the fact that the brain game market is currently soaring. However, a few readers – skeptical of the whole brain game hoopla -