Those who underwent neurofeedback were able to recall 82% of the words after their session.

BBC: Computer boosts memory by 10%

Once the brain is mapped, the psychologists conduct half-hour neurofeedback sessions to teach athletes how to reach optimal brain wave patterns.

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In comparison, a group of people who did not undergo neurofeedback saw their recall rate increase from 73% to just 75%.

BBC: Computer boosts memory by 10%

They each had a memory test before and after their neurofeedback session.

BBC: Computer boosts memory by 10%

Originally developed as a technique to measure brain activity in NASA pilots during flight simulation exercises, neurofeedback has shown promising initial results for helping retrain the brainwaves of children with ADHD and autism and people suffering from chronic migraines.

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"Further tests are needed to confirm this, but if neurofeedback can positively influence the cognitive performance of healthy individuals, as we have previously shown on attention and musical performance, it opens up the possibility that such treatment may be beneficial for those suffering from cognitive deficits".

BBC: Computer boosts memory by 10%