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Nineteen breast cancer patients, all women, who underwent chemotherapy andreported having "chemobrain" participated in the study. Each used the PositScience Brain Fitness Program. The program consists of a series of 6specially designed exercises that have been shown in published studies toimprove memory and speed of processing in mature adults.
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Study results showed that participants had statistically significantimprovements in cognitive function, stress levels and health-related qualityof life, suggesting that the benefits generalized into every day life.
"When I began the training, I couldn't remember appointments, where I putthings and I had trouble finding the right word," said Sueann Mark, PhD, whoparticipated in the study. Dr. Mark says she started to notice changes afterjust a couple of weeks. "My attention span was getting longer. I could readthrough entire articles that a couple of weeks ago I couldn't get through.Knowing that I was exercising my mind and reactivating it was reallycomforting to me."
"While further studies are needed, the implications for improved brainhealth in cancer patients looks promising," said lead researcher, Sarah Kim,MA. "It's a practical approach to improving the quality of life in cancerpatients because it is non-invasive and therefore, does not require additionalmedication and does not interfere with the cancer treatment."
About Posit Science:
Posit Science Corporation develops science-based brain health programs.The company works with more than 50 brain scientists from leading universitiesaround the world to create training programs that enhance cognitiveperformance. Its assessments and exercises are based on neuroplasticity the-- brain's ability to "rewire" through intensive, repetitive and progressivelychallenging activity. Posit Science has received several grants from theNational Institutes of Health (NIH), was named "Best Small Company" by theAmerican Society on Aging and "Best Fitness Initiative" by the Consumer HealthWorld Conference, and was selected as one of the "medical breakthroughs of theyear" by CNBC. For more information visit http://www.positscience.com or call800.514.3975.
SOURCE Posit Science Corporation
