Are puzzle video games good for your brain?

Are puzzle games such as tetris and bejeweled 2 good for your brainAre puzzle video games good for your brain?
The research on this isn't exactly clear. Scientists do know that the brain adapts to use, and that it is possible to strengthen your neural pathways through repetitive behaviors.



The scientists at Lumosity (http://www.memory-improvement-tips.com/l鈥?/a> would say that brain training helps. But they would also say you need to play scientifically designed games to get the most benefit.



Probably the smartest thing to do is play a variety of games, because different games train brain skills in different ways. So maybe look for a free online brain games page such as the one on my website, Memory-Improvement-Tips.com. There are over 100 free puzzle and brain games on the Brain Training page:



http://www.memory-improvement-tips.com/b鈥?/a>



Of course, there are many other sites on the web that have free brain games as well.