The Elderly Can Reap Many Benefits from Video Games

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The physically interactive Nintendo Wii, has become some seniors favorites. These games challenge and entertain for hours while providing mental sharpness, cognitive improvement, increased cardiovascular and blood circulation as well.

The sports games have given mobility challenged seniors options for exercise they thought they would never experience again, such as tennis and bowling. For those with low mobility, bowling and boxing two examples of sports they can still participate in as they simulate the real thing but require much less exertion.

They are proven winners for group activities as observers can cheer on their friends and even compete safely against them as well.

Here are other sources exclaiming the wonderful benefits of video games for seniors.

Videogames for Seniors Boost Brainpower

Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease: Video Games May Help Seniors Retain Cognitive Function

Staying Sharp: How Playing Video Games Helps Seniors