From stress to success: Investigating the effects of a 3D-multiple object tracking intervention on markers of oxidative stress in brain injury survivors

Brain injury, a leading cause of disability worldwide, affects a person’s mind and body. After injury, the brain needs more oxygen to begin recovery, which can result in a problematic process called “oxidative stress”. This research tests if training your brain with a video game, NeuroTracker, reduces oxidative stress, and improves brain injury-related outcomes. The brain is like a muscle; it can be trained and made stronger. NeuroTracker is like taking your brain to the gym, a small, repetitive action with a significant impact. This research examines if markers of oxidative stress are decreased after ten-weeks of brain training, and if changes persist over time. The Victoria Brain Injury Society (VBIS) is a project partner to include perspectives from experienced workers in the field and patients with lived experience of brain injury. This project aims to provide VBIS with evidence for NeuroTracker training, while sharing this knowledge with the community.

Faculty Supervisor:

Brian Christie

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Partner:

Victoria Brain Injury Society

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Life Sciences

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Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Victoria

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