Week 1/Week 2 Update

I realize that this is a little late, but I wanted to better understand what I was observing before I started posting weekly updates. My first day was nothing like I expected -- there were brief introductions then I was thrown right into my work. But I'm not complaining; it was very helpful to begin that early. Initially, I just sat in on training sessions, watching either Jimmy or Josh (the EEG technicians) attach the electrodes to the patient and...

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Brainwaves

Before I can begin describing my daily internship activities, I need to provide some essential background information on common subjects in the field of neurofeedback. Neurofeedback therapy targets specific brainwave frequencies and, based on the desired outcome, encourages/discourages those waves. But what are brainwaves? Brainwaves The brain is composed of millions of neurons, or nerve cells, which are able to transfer information through electric...

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What is Neurfoeedback Therapy?

During my first week of my internship, I have learned so much-- so much that I don't even know where to begin. But before I describe all the grueling details of neurofeedback therapy, let me give you a brief introduction. What Even Is Neurofeedback Therapy? Neurofeedback is a form of physical therapy that centers around improving mental performance. During a typical training session, a patient is seated in front of two monitors. Electrodes are...

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Introduction and Abstract

Hi everyone! My name is Ananth Kuchibhotla, and I am a senior at BASIS Peoria. Here is a little introduction to my Senior Research Project: Do you think it’s impossible to increase your iQ and mental capacity? Think again. Neurofeedback therapy manipulates brainwave level to do exactly that: promote neurological growth and advancement. My project will focus on whether or not neurofeedback therapy actually can increase iQ and/or affect an individual’s optimum brain potential. In addition, I will address whether such a revolutionary technology...

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