In this study, it was found that a Buddhist meditation technique can improve visuospatial abilities for a period of time following the meditation session. This specifically refers to the ability to hold visuospatial images in mind for longer than the baseline period.
This adds to the body of evidence that meditation techniques have lasting, measurable, cognitive effects beyond the session itself. We use various meditation like modes and related exercises that likely have stronger effects than documented here, though visuospatial abilities is not a specific goal of our programs.
Association for Psychological Science (2009, April 28). Buddhist Deity Meditation Temporarily Augments Visuospatial Abilities, Study Suggests. ScienceDaily.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/04/090427131315.htm