The Authors of Marketplace of Memory Critique the Brain Fitness

question 13

Essay

The authors of Marketplace of Memory critique the brain fitness movement. What are examples of brain fitness products being marketed to boomers and older adults? What are the authors' major concerns about this movement?

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Definitions:

Significant Minority

A portion of a group that is not the majority but large enough to have an impact or warrant attention.

Gratitude

A positive emotion that results from the perception that one has benefited from the costly, intentional, voluntary action of another person.

Positive Emotion

Refers to feelings that are typically considered enjoyable and results in a sense of well-being and satisfaction.

Benefited

Received an advantage, improvement, or gain from something.