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0.25 CME/CE Credit
5-Across: A 9-Letter Word That Can Improve Cognitive Function - Frankly Speaking Ep 312Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich MD, FAAFP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato
Brain training activities have been advocated to slow or prevent cognitive decline. Crossword puzzles can be cognitively demanding and have recently been shown to be superior to some of the brain training activities that have been promoted on apps and websites. Join us for discussion on how to counsel patients looking to improve their cognitive function.
Episode references and resource links:
- Pillai JA, Hall CB, Dickson DW, Buschke H, Lipton RB, Verghese J. Association of crossword puzzle participation with memory decline in persons who develop dementia. J Int Neuropsychol Soc. 2011;17(6):1006-1013.
- Devanand DP et al. Computerized Games versus Crosswords Training in Mild Cognitive Impairment. NEJM Evidence October 27,2022
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CME/CE Information
0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Release Date: 1/23/2023
Expiration Date: 1/23/2025
Topics
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the benefits of brain-stimulating activities on patients with mild cognitive impairment
- Compare crossword puzzles to computerized brain training activities in improving cognitive function
Faculty
Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP
Associate Professor of Family Medicine and Community Health, University of Massachusetts Medical School,
Executive Editor, DynaMed
Frank J. Domino, MD
Professor, Family Medicine and Community Health,
University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA
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AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
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