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Table 2 Cognitive training program outline

From: Protocol for Fit Bodies, Fine Minds: a randomized controlled trial on the affect of exercise and cognitive training on cognitive functioning in older adults

Module

Session

Content

Introduction

1

Aging, Cognitive Functioning, Program Overview

Memory

2

Introduction to Memory

 

3

Chunking, Organisation, Visualisation

 

4

Storytelling, Method of Loci, Mnemonics

 

5

Keywords, Association

Executive Function

6

Introduction to Reasoning

 

7

Pattern Identification

 

8

Concept Formation, Verbal Fluency

 

9

Attention, Mental Flexibility

Information Processing

10

Introduction to Speed of Information Processing

 

11

Simple Speed

 

12

Choice Response Speed

Revision

13

Memory

 

14

Executive Function

 

15

Speed of Information Processing

 

16

General