Whether you play it at a bar or in the comfort of your own home, participating in a game of trivia can provide hours of entertainment. However, it’s more than just a fun activity. The game is also considered to be beneficial for your cognitive health. Here are a few ways trivia benefits your brain.

How Trivia Benefits Your Cognitive Health

1. Exercises Your Memory

Trivia exercises your frontal cortex, which is the area of your brain responsible for retaining information. If you know a lot of information about a particular subject, such as pop culture, you can exercise this area while you play. The more you use your memory, the less likely you are to lose it.

2. Helps Your Brain Perform Under Pressure

When you’re asked a question during trivia, you have little time to answer it. By forcing your brain to work under stress, you can help it perform better during pressures in the future. This might come in handy the next time you have a tight deadline for work or school.

3. Socializes

This activity provides an opportunity to be around friends and meet new people. Socializing with others doesn’t just put you in a better mood. Research shows that those with active social lives have a lower risk of developing dementia than those who isolate themselves. 

4. Reduces Stress

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s difficult not to get stressed at times. Too much stress can have a negative impact on your cognitive function. Because trivia is such a relaxing and fun activity, it can help you release some of your built-up anxiety and feel better after a long week.

If you’re looking for a place to enjoy trivia, stop by Lancaster’s Lounge & Off-Sale in Lincoln, NE. They host trivia nights on Tuesdays from 7 p.m.  to 9 p.m. The family-owned and -operated restaurant and bar has been providing the area with great drinks and friendly service since 1989. They have a number of daily and weekly wine, beer, and liquor specials. If you would like to learn more information about their menu, call (402) 421-2474. Visit their website to see photos of the lounge or like them on Facebook for updates.