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RESEARCH & EVIDENCE

Research-Backed.
Results That Matter.

Brain Boosters is a licensed BrainRx® center. Our programs are grounded in more than 35 years of research on cognitive skills and learning.

 

Explore the studies, findings, and evidence behind the BrainRx approach.

35+ Years

of Research

Peer-Reviewed Studies

Thousands of Participants

Proven Cognitive Improvements

Our mission is to help individuals improve the cognitive skills that support learning, focus, memory and lifelong success. 

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WHAT DOES THE RESEARCH EXPLORE?

Brain Training Results

Aggregate client outcomes from one-on-one brain training programs

Academic Performance

Impact on reading, math, problem-solving, and overall academic achievement

Cognitive Skills

Research on attention, memory, processing speed, logic, visual and auditory processing

Reading & Literacy

Studies examining reading skills, comprehension & literacy growth

Attention & ADHD

Studies on attention skills & training in children with ADHD and attention difficulties

Assessment

Research on the reliability & validity of cognitive assessments

Memory & Learning

Research on working memory, long-term memory, & learning-related outcomes

RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS

What Have Studies Found?

Studies on the BrainRx program have explored improvements in cognitive skills that are essential for learning and daily life.

Improved 

IQ Scores

Reported in a randomized controlled study.

Improved 

Cognitive Skills

Significant changes across multiple cognitive measures.

Improved

Memory

Significant improvements reported in memory skills.

Improved

Academic Skills

Studies reported reductions in parent-reported academic difficulties.

Improved Confidence

Parents reported improvements in confidence, cooperation, and self-discipline.

*Results vary by study, population and outcome measured. Learn more in each study summary.

Featured Research

Published. Peer-Reviewed. Trusted.

RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL · 2016

Cognitive Training in Children Ages 8–14

Students ages 8–14; 60-hour training group and wait-list control group

Researchers examined the effects of 60 hours of one-on-one ThinkRx cognitive training on IQ, memory, visual and auditory processing, processing speed, reasoning, and attention.

RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL · 2018

Cognitive Training for Attention Problems

Children ages 8–14 with ADHD/attention problems

Researchers examined one-on-one cognitive training among students ages 8–14 with attention problems, measuring memory, processing, reasoning, attention, IQ, and behavior.

CONTROLLED STUDY · 2017

Cognitive Training & Academic Skills

178 students ages 5–18

Researchers examined whether clinician-delivered ThinkRx and ReadRx cognitive training were associated with changes in academic difficulties, behavior, and cognitive measures among students with learning struggles.

REAL-WORLD DATA STUDY · 2023

ReadRx & Reading Outcomes

3,527 children

Researchers analyzed a large real-world dataset of struggling readers who completed 24 weeks (120 hours) of ReadRx cognitive training integrated with structured literacy intervention.

RELIABILITY & VALIDITY STUDY · 2018

Gibson Test Reliability & Validity

2,737 people ages 5–85

Researchers evaluated the reliability and validity of a computer-based Gibson Test of Cognitive Skills measuring memory, processing speed, reasoning, visual and auditory processing, and Word Attack skills.

Why Research Matters

Research helps us understand what works, for whom, and why. It guides how we can design our assessments and training programs - so we can deliver the best possible outcomes for every individual.

  • Evidence-based programs you can trust

  • Continuously improving through ongoing research

  • Personalized training informed by science

  • Measurable outcomes that make a difference

Curious how BrainRx can help?
 

Start with a Cognitive Skills Assessment.
Discover strengths. Identify gaps. Build potential.

 

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