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July 2008 PMID 18648501

Changes in gray matter induced by learning--revisited.

Joenna Driemeyer, Janina Boyke, Christian Gaser, Christian Büchel, Arne May

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33
Peak: 1 in Mar 2016
across 6 sources since Mar 2016

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What people are saying

Posts highlight the significance of engaging in activities like learning languages or playing Sudoku as training for the brain, with language such as 'mental workout' and 'brain volume' illustrating a positive view of cognitive enhancement. The tone is optimistic, emphasizing the benefits of skill acquisition for brain health, reflecting an appreciation of the article’s implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Posts largely agree with the findings, emphasizing the positive effects of learning new skills on brain structure.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions demonstrate high interest, especially around activities like juggling and language learning as mental workouts.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect moderate engagement, mentioning studies and personal opinions, indicating some depth of discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the article's findings reinforce ideas about the importance of continuous learning for cognitive health, although the perceived impact is moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • Recent research has shown that learning a visual-motor skill like juggling can lead to increased gray matter in the brain after just seven days of training, specifically in the occipito-temporal cortex involved in motion detection.
  • A study involving 20 healthy adults confirmed previous findings and revealed that structural brain changes occur quickly, but are not solely dependent on exercise or performance.
  • The conclusion is that learning a new skill is more important for triggering structural changes in the brain than merely practicing a skill that has already been learned.
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Dr Liz Lyster
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Having a passion, whether it’s learning a language or playing #Sudoku is the best way to get a mental workout. A German study finds that adults who became proficient at #juggling showed increased brain volume on imaging studies. https://t.co/3EqklcpkEv via @Medium #HealthyAging

Aug 23, 2019 · 2,250 followers View post →
UMak College of Science- Student Council
@UMakCOSSC · X

Reference: Driemeyer, J., Boyke, J., Gaser, C., Büchel, C., & May, A. (2008). Changes in Gray Matter Induced by Learning—Revisited. PLOS ONE, 3(7), e2669. https://t.co/eFnmdSX23D Caption by: Xiarah Wednesday B. Francisco Pubmat by: Jonash Prestado

Mar 2, 2023 · 54 followers View post →

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UMak College of Science- Student Council
@UMakCOSSC · X

Reference: Driemeyer, J., Boyke, J., Gaser, C., Büchel, C., & May, A. (2008). Changes in Gray Matter Induced by Learning—Revisited. PLOS ONE, 3(7), e2669. https://t.co/eFnmdSX23D Caption by: Xiarah Wednesday B. Francisco Pubmat by: Jonash Prestado

Mar 2, 2023 · 54 followers View post →
Dr Liz Lyster
@drlizlyster · X

Having a passion, whether it’s learning a language or playing #Sudoku is the best way to get a mental workout. A German study finds that adults who became proficient at #juggling showed increased brain volume on imaging studies. https://t.co/3EqklcpkEv via @Medium #HealthyAging

Aug 23, 2019 · 2,250 followers View post →