Alzheimers Res Ther June 2024 PMID 38898507

Associations of computer gaming with incident dementia, cognitive functions, and brain structure: a prospective cohort study and Mendelian randomization analysis.

Yiming Jia, Mengyao Shi, Pinni Yang, Ruirui Wang, Lulu Sun, Yinan Wang, Qingyun Xu, Jing Zhang, Qilu Zhang, Daoxia Guo, Xiaowei Zheng, Yi Liu, Xinyue Chang, Yu He, Li Hui

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20
Peak: 7 in Apr 2025
across 2 sources since Jun 2024

Extended reach

1,088,034
potential audience

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Video views

2,786

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Jun 2024 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions predominantly focus on the promising link between consistent gaming and lower dementia risk, exemplified by comments highlighting the 19% decreased risk and the study's extensive data. The tone varies from casual remarks to more analytical responses about how gaming might influence brain health, indicating a mix of curiosity and thoughtful engagement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions reference the positive association between gaming and reduced dementia risk, showing general agreement with the study findings.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high interest, with users emphasizing the potential of gaming for cognitive health and mentioning detailed study results.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some users delve into the implications of the research, such as considering gaming as a preventive strategy, reflecting moderate to deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some recognize the study's significance, the overall impact is viewed as promising but not revolutionary, thus scoring moderately.

Abstract in brief

  • High frequency of playing computer games is linked to a lower risk of developing dementia, better cognitive performance, and increased gray matter volume in the hippocampus.
  • The study used data from over 471,000 UK Biobank participants and found that both observational and genetic analyses support the idea that computer gaming may help protect against dementia.
  • These findings suggest that engaging in computer gaming could improve brain health and cognitive functions, making it a potential strategy for dementia prevention.

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Brandon Luu, MD
@BrandonLuuMD · X

While not all games are created equal, this large study suggests that gaming may support brain health—offering cognitive, structural, and possibly protective benefits against dementia. A promising (and fun) step toward new prevention strategies. /9 https://t.co/pBVENwdhYl

Apr 5, 2025 · 17 likes · 2 shares · 22,841 followers View post →
Maha
@psymwrite · X

رغم أن الألعاب ليست كلها متساوية، إلا أن هذه الدراسة الموسعة تشير إلى أن الألعاب قد تدعم صحة الدماغ، مقدمة فوائد معرفية وبنيوية وربما وقائية ضد الخرف. خطوة واعدة (وممتعة) نحو استراتيجيات وقائية جديدة. /9 https://t.co/gqsAIBd69F

Apr 7, 2025 · 9 likes · 5,093 followers View post →
AECOM&Sociedad
@AECOMySociedad · X

Este artículo sobre #demencia vs juegos de #ordenador :

Jun 24, 2024 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 1,122 followers View post →
ℝ
@rekuhizaki · X

@hrdbacot Associations of computer gaming with incident dementia, cognitive functions, and brain structure: a prospective cohort study and Mendelian randomization analysis | Alzheimer's Research & Therapy | Full Text https://t.co/rjiVkgrjdW https://t.co/pSHztzzj9p

Jul 23, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,414 followers View post →
shay |
@dying_lava · X

@Melissabim16922 @theo don’t think doom scrolling would help prevent dementia/cognitive decline https://t.co/SAKasgmpfY

Jun 30, 2025 · 2 likes · 187 followers View post →
SULTAN TARLACI
@TarlaciSultan · X

Araştırmacılar 471.346 UK Biobank katılımcısını yaklaşık 14 yıl boyunca takip etti. Yaşam tarzı ve tıbbi faktörler ayarlandıktan sonra, sıklıkla oyun oynayanların oyun oynamayanlara kıyasla demans geliştirme riski %19 daha düşüktü.https://t.co/KgCh2veAB7

Apr 6, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share · 63,986 followers View post →

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alfaomega20000
@alfaomega20000 · X

@RWSstudios https://t.co/oDNitrbgcN

Sep 28, 2025 · 67 followers View post →
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@HWGrieves · X

@avidseries https://t.co/e35QZEFDhl https://t.co/4wPmOFn0J4 Old people on this app not hate fun challenge (impossible)

Aug 21, 2025 · 160 followers View post →
Christin Glorioso, MD PhD
@DrGlorioso · X

@JohnSchloendorn High frequency of playing computer games was associated with 19% decreased risk of incident dementia in UK Biobank. https://t.co/pxg8Y2IJFZ

Jul 27, 2025 · 1,650 followers View post →
HRD BACOT
@hrdbacot · X

RT @rekuhizaki: @hrdbacot Associations of computer gaming with incident dementia, cognitive functions, and brain structure: a prospective c…

Jul 23, 2025 · 1 share · 984,284 followers View post →
ℝ
@rekuhizaki · X

@hrdbacot Associations of computer gaming with incident dementia, cognitive functions, and brain structure: a prospective cohort study and Mendelian randomization analysis | Alzheimer's Research & Therapy | Full Text https://t.co/rjiVkgrjdW https://t.co/pSHztzzj9p

Jul 23, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,414 followers View post →
shay |
@dying_lava · X

@theo For one, doomscrolling doesn’t help prevent dementia! https://t.co/SAKasgmpfY

Jun 30, 2025 · 187 followers View post →
shay |
@dying_lava · X

@Melissabim16922 @theo don’t think doom scrolling would help prevent dementia/cognitive decline https://t.co/SAKasgmpfY

Jun 30, 2025 · 2 likes · 187 followers View post →
chnusper
@Chnusper · X

@LordChiruChiru @NecktieSalvage There is no place for nuance on this website. There are studies that link video gaming (especially action online games) with preventing dementia. https://t.co/U2odcxokH1 As you already said OPs point can be made about pretty much everything that is mere consuming.

Jun 24, 2025 · 1 like · 15 followers View post →
Maha
@psymwrite · X

رغم أن الألعاب ليست كلها متساوية، إلا أن هذه الدراسة الموسعة تشير إلى أن الألعاب قد تدعم صحة الدماغ، مقدمة فوائد معرفية وبنيوية وربما وقائية ضد الخرف. خطوة واعدة (وممتعة) نحو استراتيجيات وقائية جديدة. /9 https://t.co/gqsAIBd69F

Apr 7, 2025 · 9 likes · 5,093 followers View post →
Bilge Baykuş T.O.L
@BilgeBaykusTOL · X

RT @TarlaciSultan: Araştırmacılar 471.346 UK Biobank katılımcısını yaklaşık 14 yıl boyunca takip etti. Yaşam tarzı ve tıbbi faktörler ayarl…

Apr 7, 2025 · 1 share · 102 followers View post →
SULTAN TARLACI
@TarlaciSultan · X

Araştırmacılar 471.346 UK Biobank katılımcısını yaklaşık 14 yıl boyunca takip etti. Yaşam tarzı ve tıbbi faktörler ayarlandıktan sonra, sıklıkla oyun oynayanların oyun oynamayanlara kıyasla demans geliştirme riski %19 daha düşüktü.https://t.co/KgCh2veAB7

Apr 6, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share · 63,986 followers View post →
SARADA
@saradas2012 · X

RT @BrandonLuuMD: While not all games are created equal, this large study suggests that gaming may support brain health—offering cognitive,…

Apr 6, 2025 · 2 shares · 439 followers View post →
G O
@germanome · X

RT @BrandonLuuMD: While not all games are created equal, this large study suggests that gaming may support brain health—offering cognitive,…

Apr 5, 2025 · 2 shares · 600 followers View post →
Brandon Luu, MD
@BrandonLuuMD · X

While not all games are created equal, this large study suggests that gaming may support brain health—offering cognitive, structural, and possibly protective benefits against dementia. A promising (and fun) step toward new prevention strategies. /9 https://t.co/pBVENwdhYl

Apr 5, 2025 · 17 likes · 2 shares · 22,841 followers View post →
Familias GA
@GA1Familia · X

RT @AECOMySociedad: Este artículo sobre #demencia vs juegos de #ordenador :

Jun 24, 2024 · 2 shares · 626 followers View post →
Luis Aldamiz-Echevarria
@LuisAldamizEch · X

RT @AECOMySociedad: Este artículo sobre #demencia vs juegos de #ordenador :

Jun 24, 2024 · 2 shares · 133 followers View post →
AECOM&Sociedad
@AECOMySociedad · X

Este artículo sobre #demencia vs juegos de #ordenador :

Jun 24, 2024 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 1,122 followers View post →
阿藤大 (Ato Dai, ORCID: 0000-0002-6049-5039)
@info45037254 · X

*メンデルランダム化、因果関係は証明済み 頻繁にコンピューターゲームをする事が、 認知症の抑制や予定行動の記憶の改善、 その他脳の機能改善に因果関係、だそうです。 認知症はリスク半減程度と考えておけばよいでしょう。 ただし本文は読んていません。 https://t.co/CJtmGdXBa8

Jun 20, 2024 · 1 like · 2,311 followers View post →