Synopsis of Social media discussions

Discussions reflect a generally positive attitude toward the research, with comments like 'The right game even makes you smarter' and references to scientific studies from institutions like University College London, indicating high interest and recognition of real-world relevance; the tone varies from informative to confrontational, demonstrating diverse levels of engagement and impact on perceptions about gaming and intelligence.

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Agreement
Moderate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the positive effects of strategic video games on cognitive flexibility, with some explicitly stating the games help improve intelligence.

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Interest
High level of interest

The discourse shows high interest, as participants debate, cite scientific studies, and discuss the broader implications of the research.

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Engagement
High engagement

Many posts involve detailed opinions, references to studies, and use of technical language, indicating deep engagement with the topic.

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Impact
High level of impact

The topics seem to inspire strong opinions about video games' effects on cognition, suggesting the research could influence perceptions and practices around gaming and cognitive training.

Social Mentions

YouTube

3 Videos

Facebook

66 Posts

Twitter

16 Posts

Blogs

9 Articles

News

42 Articles

Reddit

9 Posts

Metrics

Video Views

37,011

Total Likes

1,478

Extended Reach

46,950

Social Features

145

Timeline: Posts about article

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March 16, 2017

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    @fabian_theis The right game even makes you smarter ;) https://t.co/kYxlIwHZvD
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Abstract Synopsis

  • This study investigates whether training with real-time strategy (RTS) video games can improve cognitive flexibility, a key mental skill involving adapting to new information and switching between tasks.
  • The researchers compared two versions of RTS games and used a Bayesian analysis to determine that the version emphasizing maintenance and quick switching between multiple information sources significantly enhanced cognitive flexibility across various tasks.
  • The findings suggest that engaging with certain types of video games can strengthen brain networks involved in cognitive flexibility, opening up practical possibilities for using video games to boost cognitive abilities.]