If you turn on the news, you will probably hear something about “brain games.” What exactly are brain games anyway? They are games that stimulate the brain, and give your brain a work-out. Many games we are used to playing do not require much thought. I remember when I was younger my brother and I would have SORRY tournaments. SORRY, even though I still love the game, is not a brain game.
You may wonder why I would blog about these type of games on an Alzheimer’s blog. Back in 2006 the Alzheimer’s Association and USA Today reported that the use of these games could improve speech and brain dysfunction. The use of these games could also improve memory and problem solving skills and reduce the Alzheimer’s disease process. Keeping the mind exercised has always been an important part in the treatment for Alzheimer’s.
So, how can you start exercising the brain? Glad you asked. Here are a few suggestions on keeping your brain and your loved one’s brain healthy and active:
-Any Soduko games-you can find these games at any major retail store such as Target, Walmart, Meijer etc…
-Nintendo Wii- These are also used in nursing homes and assisted living homes across the country right now. You can play golf, tennis and even bowling.
-Try new technology! This is a great way of keeping the brain active as well. Just by getting on the computer and learning how to e-mail will keep the brain exercised.
-Scrabble- this game has been a long for years, and if you don’t cheat by using the dictionary, it is a great way to exercise that brain of yours! And for all those tech-geeks out there, you can now even play this game online!
