“With brain training, you can improve your concentration, expand your working memory, and much more,” says Dr. All. StocksyRestorative strategies, however, are designed to help you actually repair or improve brain function. “What’s realistic depends on what people are willing to do,” says Dr. Small. “When you’re having conversations with other people, you’re working your brain,” says Dr. Small. As it stands now, there isn’t a ton of definitive research on the benefits of commercially available brain games.