Cognitive Ability Training in Seniors

Verbesserung Kognitiver Fähigkeiten im Alter

This study investigates the beneficial effects of prefrontal brain stimulation (with transcranial direct current stimulation [tDCS]) during working memory training in seniors with subjective memory impairments.The placebo-controlled double blinded study includes 50 elderly probands which were randomized into verum or sham tDCS.

Inclusion Criteria:

• native german speaker
• between 60-70 years old
• subjective memory impairment

Exclusion Criteria:

• psychiatric, neurological diseases
• uncorrected hearing or vision deficits
• actual psychopharmaco intake
• metal parts in the head
• medical electronical implants