A form of computerized attention and memory training can improve impaired attention and memory issues in women treated for breast cancer, University of Reading researchers have found.

'Chemo-brain' refers to cognitive problems like forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, and lapses in everyday attention, which are common side effects of breast cancer treatments including chemotherapy.

The findings, published in the journal Psycho-Oncology, suggest that an adaptive "dual memory tracking" training program may help breast cancer survivors cope with persistent chemo-brain.