Watching a 3D film helps improve brain power

A study suggests that you may improve your brain power by watching movies in 3D. According to the research by Goldsmiths University neuroscientist Patrick Fagan and Professor Brendan Walker of Thrill Laboratory, participating filmgoers showed a 23 per cent increase in cognitive processing ability after watching a movie in stereoscope. Their reaction times improved by 11 per cent, and they experienced a “brain boost” for up to 20 minutes after viewing. The improvement in reaction time was five times that experienced by participants who had been watching a 2D movie.

 

These findings are significant, as Fagan explains, “People are living longer and there is a noticeable decline in cognitive brain function in old age, which can impair future quality of life. The initial results of this study indicate that 3D films may play a role in slowing this decline.”

 

3D movies could be used to help improve the performance of surgeons, boxers and other professionals requiring superlative cognitive brain function.