Web-based Cognitive Training to Improve Executive Control in Healthy Older Adults A Study of the MUltitasking STrategy MUST for Ages 60 to 75

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating whether playing a web-based cognitive complex game called the Breakfast Game can improve executive control and multitasking abilities in cognitively healthy older adults aged 60 to 75. This study aims to reduce age-related cognitive decline and the risk of Alzheimers disease or dementia by enhancing important cognitive skills through targeted training. The research is designed as a randomized, double-blind trial with three groups to compare different training approaches and no intervention. Participants will be divided into three groups one will play the Breakfast Game with specific strategy guidance, another will play the game without strategy guidance, and a third will not receive any intervention. Those in the training groups will complete 10 one-hour sessions over 4 weeks, playing the game 2 to 3 times per week. All participants will attend an initial education session on healthy aging, undergo cognitive assessments, health questionnaires, and a blood test before starting. Cognitive assessments will be repeated within 1 to 2 weeks after the intervention and again after three months. During the study, participants will be assessed on changes in their game performance and various cognitive measures related to executive function, attention, and everyday cognition. Questionnaires such as the Everyday Cognition Scale and the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale will be completed at baseline, post-intervention, and at 3-month follow-up. The study includes in-person assessments and online training and follow-up sessions. Safety and cognitive performance will be monitored throughout the study, which lasts about three months after the intervention period.

Improving Executive Control in Cognitively Healthy Older Adults: the MUltitasking STrategy (MUST) Study