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FitBrains is a training package that provides engaging activities designed to improve basic cognitive functions. Intended for all users (not just those with specific cognitive deficits), FitBrains targets five general categories of cognitive functioning: Language, Problem Solving, Concentration, Memory, and Visual. Each exercise adapts its difficulty level to the user’s ability. FitBrains also allows users to keep track of their progress and compare their performance to other users.
Available For: Requires iOS 8.0 or later; Android compatibility varies with device
Developer: Rosetta Stone Canada
Type of Treatment: Cognitive Training
Targeted Conditions: Not Specified
Target Audience: Not Specified
Designed to be used in conjunction with a healthcare professional: No
Languages Available: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish
Cost: Free
Get it on: Google Play, Apple App Store, Online
There is no direct scientific research on the effectiveness of Fit Brains Trainer
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How Cognitive Training Works
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