Neurofeedback and Neuromodulation Techniques and Applications

Neurofeedback and Neuromodulation Techniques and Applications
Author: Robert Coben
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 458
Release: 2010-11-25
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 012382236X

The study of neurofeedback and neuromodulation offer a window into brain physiology and function, suggesting innovative approaches to the improvement of attention, anxiety, pain, mood and behavior. Resources for understanding what neurofeedback and neuromodulation are, how they are used, and to what disorders and patients they can be applied are scarce, and this volume serves as an ideal tool for clinical researchers and practicing clinicians in both neuroscience and psychology to understand techniques, analysis, and their applications to specific patient populations and disorders. The top scholars in the field have been enlisted, and contributions offer both the breadth needed for an introductory scholar and the depth desired by a clinical professional. - Includes the practical application of techniques to use with patients - Includes integration of neurofeedback with neuromodulation techniques - Discusses what the technique is, for which disorders it is effective, and the evidence basis behind its use - Written at an appropriate level for clinicians and researchers

Clinical Neurotherapy

Clinical Neurotherapy
Author: David S. Cantor
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 447
Release: 2013-10-18
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0123972914

Neurotherapy, sometimes called EEG biofeedback and/or neurobiofeedback involves techniques designed to manipulate brain waves through non-invasive means and are used as treatment for a variety of psychological and medical disorders. The disorders covered include ADHD, mood regulation, addiction, pain, sleep disorders, and traumatic brain injury. This book introduces specific techniques, related equipment and necessary training for the clinical practitioner. Sections focus on treatment for specific disorders and which individual techniques can be used to treat the same disorder and examples of application and the evidence base for use are described. - An introduction for clinical practitioners and psychologists investigating neurotherapy techniques and application - Includes coverage of common disorders such as ADHD, mood regulation, addiction, pain, sleep disorders, and traumatic brain injury - Includes evidence base for use - Includes training methods for new users

Z Score Neurofeedback

Z Score Neurofeedback
Author: Robert W. Thatcher
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 405
Release: 2014-09-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0128014644

Neurofeedback is utilized by over 10,000 clinicians worldwide with new techniques and uses being found regularly. Z Score Neurofeedback is a new technique using a normative database to identify and target a specific individual's area of dysregulation allowing for faster and more effective treatment. The book describes how to perform z Score Neurofeedback, as well as research indicating its effectiveness for a variety of disorders including pain, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, PTSD, ADHD, TBI, headache, frontal lobe disorders, or for cognitive enhancement. Suitable for clinicians as well as researchers this book is a one stop shop for those looking to understand and use this new technique. - Contains protocols to implement Z score neurofeedback - Reviews research on disorders for which this is effective treatment - Describes advanced techniques and applications

fMRI Neurofeedback

fMRI Neurofeedback
Author: Michelle Hampson
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 366
Release: 2021-10-09
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0128224363

fMRI Neurofeedback provides a perspective on how the field of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) neurofeedback has evolved, an introduction to state-of-the-art methods used for fMRI neurofeedback, a review of published neuroscientific and clinical applications, and a discussion of relevant ethical considerations. It gives a view of the ongoing research challenges throughout and provides guidance for researchers new to the field on the practical implementation and design of fMRI neurofeedback protocols. This book is designed to be accessible to all scientists and clinicians interested in conducting fMRI neurofeedback research, addressing the variety of different knowledge gaps that readers may have given their varied backgrounds and avoiding field-specific jargon. The book, therefore, will be suitable for engineers, computer scientists, neuroscientists, psychologists, and physicians working in fMRI neurofeedback. - Provides a reference on fMRI neurofeedback covering history, methods, mechanisms, clinical applications, and basic research, as well as ethical considerations - Offers contributions from international experts—leading research groups are represented, including from Europe, Japan, Israel, and the United States - Includes coverage of data analytic methods, study design, neuroscience mechanisms, and clinical considerations - Presents a perspective on future translational development

Introduction to Quantitative EEG and Neurofeedback

Introduction to Quantitative EEG and Neurofeedback
Author: Dan R. Chartier
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 594
Release: 2023-06-27
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0323984339

Introduction to Quantitative EEG and Neurofeedback, Third Edition offers a window into brain physiology and function via computer and statistical analyses, suggesting innovative approaches to the improvement of attention, anxiety, mood and behavior. Resources for understanding what QEEG and neurofeedback are, how they are used, and to what disorders and patients they can be applied are scarce, hence this volume serves as an ideal tool for clinical researchers and practicing clinicians. Sections cover advancements (including Microcurrent Electrical Stimulation, photobiomodulation), new applications (e.g. Asperger's, music therapy, LORETA, etc.), and combinations of prior approaches. New chapters on smart-phone technologies and mindfulness highlight their clinical relevance. Written by top scholars in the field, this book offers both the breadth needed for an introductory scholar and the depth desired by a clinical professional. - Covers neurofeedback use in depression, ADHD, addiction, pain, PTSD, and more - Discusses the use of adjunct modalities in neurotherapy - Features topics relevant to the knowledge blueprints for both the International QEEG Certification Board and International Board of Quantitative Electrophysiology - Includes new chapters on photobiomodulation, smart-phone applications and mindfulness

Clinical Neurotherapy

Clinical Neurotherapy
Author: D.Corydon Hammond
Publisher: Elsevier Inc. Chapters
Total Pages: 22
Release: 2013-10-18
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0128061405

Nonpharmacological methods of therapeutically influencing the brain have become widely used by clinical practitioners, and there is an accumulating body of outcome research. This chapter introduces readers to existing neurofeedback (EEG biofeedback) methodologies, as well as different modalities of neurotherapy for brain stimulation. Neurofeedback methods include symptom-based neurofeedback, neurofeedback guided by quantitative electroencephalography data, neurofeedback based on normative database Z-score and LORETA data, the Low Energy Neurofeedback System, slow cortical potentials training, fMRI neurofeedback, hemoencephalography training and infra-low frequency training. Brain stimulation technologies include electroconvulsive therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, deep brain stimulation, vagal nerve stimulation, cranial electrotherapy stimulation, transcranial direct current stimulation, a pulsed electromagnetic stimulation device, and audiovisual stimulation. Ethical and standard of care issues and considerations for liability protection are then reviewed.

Clinical Neurotherapy

Clinical Neurotherapy
Author: Carlos A. Novo-Olivas
Publisher: Elsevier Inc. Chapters
Total Pages: 27
Release: 2013-10-18
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0128061472

One of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide is brain injury. Most cases are mild, and the prevalence of disability and its impact are not well known. In the last 20 years neuroimaging technologies have changed the way we approach traumatic brain injury (TBI), especially mild injury (MTBI), and its sequelae. New treatment tools have been emerging in parallel with diagnostic technologies. Here, these noninvasive tools will be reviewed, especially those with therapeutic value that have a direct impact on brain function, either passively (operant conditioning, neurofeedback) or actively (transcranial electromagnetic stimulation). The main focus will be on EEG as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool for MTBI.

Biosignal Processing

Biosignal Processing
Author:
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2022-12-21
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1803555610

Biosignal processing is an important tool in medicine. As such, this book presents a comprehensive overview of novel methods in biosignal theory, biosignal processing algorithms and applications, and biosignal sensors. Chapters examine biosignal processing for glucose detection, tissue engineering, electrocardiogram processing, soft tissue tomography, and much more. The book also discusses applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning for biosignal processing.

Psychology, Pedagogy, and Assessment in Serious Games

Psychology, Pedagogy, and Assessment in Serious Games
Author: Connolly, Thomas M.
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 522
Release: 2013-11-30
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1466647744

"This book addresses issues the potential of games to support learning and change behaviour offering empirical evidence pertaining to the effectiveness of Serious Games in the key areas of psychology, pedagogy, and assessment"--