Negative problems are usually associated with addiction. Substance abuse, excessive drinking, and even excessive gambling are all highly addictive, negative activities. But if there's one type of addiction that works for adults and children alike, it's Sudoku puzzle addiction. Researchers rank solving Sudoku puzzles daily as one of the top 10 non-traditional and alternative ways to improve brain power. Other brain-boosting measures include eating a high-protein diet, listening to classical music, and getting plenty of rest. These are simple but very difficult to follow due to budget constraints, personal preferences, and lifestyles. This is where Sudoku games stand out from other brain boosters. It can be accessed from newspapers, books, and even the Internet. You can also work on it during breaks or in your free time. If someone scolds you for doing Sudoku again, politely explain it and hope they pick up the habit.
Ian Robertson, a neuroscientist, promoted studies of older adults with the premise that decreased mental ability is not inevitable with the right stimulation. The first group solved Sudoku puzzles as part of their daily routine, while the second group did not. After some time, their IQ scores were tested and compared with the pre-experimental test results. They found that the group that solved Sudoku experienced a significant increase in mental capacity, whereas the other groups showed no change. Dr. Robertson says that just 10 sessions of brain-enhancing exercises like Sudoku, which he did, increased mental ability and aged by as much as 14 years, in his 3,000 subjects from age 65 to age 94.
Other experts agree with these findings, saying that solving challenging mind games like Sudoku puzzles slows or prevents the onset of Alzheimer's disease and memory loss. Health trends also show that adults with demanding and intellectually challenging jobs benefit from better mental functioning as they age. So Sudoku works just like these jobs because it requires brain exertions.
Experts therefore advise adults to encourage children to solve puzzles like Sudoku to start mental improvement early in life. Sudoku exercises have actually been adopted by some schools to stimulate students' thinking and encourage better academic performance. Instead of making kids watch TV or read comics, give them Sudoku puzzles. That way, both you and your child can protect your love of Sudoku from those poor souls who don't understand the beauty, joy, and benefits of solving it.
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