Realistic and adaptive cognitive training using virtual characters

摘要

Computer-aided cognitive training has the potential to be an important tool in the fight against dementia and cognitive decline but many challenges remain. This paper presents an example of how realistic and adaptive training may address these challenges. Virtual characters were used as stimuli in a dual n-back working memory task in a realistic 3d-environment. Support for continuous adaptation was a priority, including adaption based on affective states such as arousal.