Can brain training increase intelligence? This question has sparked off an animated debate going on among scientists, journalists, and social media pundits. I’ve been involved in an extended Quora debate on this topic myself recently. Who hasn’t been involved in this debate? I want to take the opportunity to clarify some key definitions that help us evaluate the claims, and then take a closer look at the evidence. This article is targeted at an audience who want to invest some effort into understanding
