Corrigendum: Effects of Second Language Learning on the Plastic Aging Brain: Functional Connectivity, Cognitive Decline, and Reorganization

Bubbico, Giovanna; Chiacchiaretta, Piero; Parenti, Matteo; Marco, Marcin di; Panara, Valentina; Sepede, Gianna; Ferretti, Andrea; Perrucci, Mauro Gianni

doi:10.3389/fnins.2020.00108

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“…Recent research has highlighted the potential cognitive benefits of foreign language learning (FLL), revealing improvements in brain structure and function across both young and older adults [ 9 , 10 ]. Given these findings, the prospect of FLL serving as a viable strategy for providing resistance to some aspects of cognitive aging [ 11 , 12 , 13 ] presents itself as an alternative to traditional CT programs.…”

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The Influence of Separate and Combined Exercise and Foreign Language Acquisition on Learning and Cognition

Qian,

Schwartz,

Jung

et al. 2024

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Aging contributes significantly to cognitive decline. Aerobic exercise (AE) has been shown to induce substantial neuroplasticity changes, enhancing cognitive and brain health. Likewise, recent research underscores the cognitive benefits of foreign language learning (FLL), indicating improvements in brain structure and function across age groups. However, the lack of a comprehensive paradigm integrating language learning with exercise limits research on combined effects in older adults. In order to address this gap, we devised a novel approach using a virtual world tourism scenario for auditory-based language learning combined with aerobic cycling. Our study examines the impact of simultaneous AE and FLL integration on cognitive and language learning outcomes compared to FLL alone. A total of 20 older adults were randomly assigned to AE + FLL and FLL-only groups. The results revealed significantly improved Spanish language learning outcomes in both combined and language learning-only groups. Additionally, significant cognitive function improvement was observed in the FLL group following short-term language learning.

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The Influence of Separate and Combined Exercise and Foreign Language Acquisition on Learning and Cognition

Qian,

Schwartz,

Jung

et al. 2024

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“…If so, it seems imperative to examine how it affects our cognition. Furthermore, based on the assumption that the brain is plastic and adaptable, some alterations and changes are expected to optimize resources or even compensations by improving other skills (Oliveira et al, 2018 ; Bubbico et al, 2020 ; Della Gatta et al, 2021 ).…”

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