Brainwave training boosts network for cognitive control and affects mind-wandering
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 - 12:31
in Psychology & Sociology
A breakthrough study has found that training of the well-known brainwave in humans, the alpha rhythm, enhances a brain network responsible for cognitive-control. The training technique, termed neurofeedback, is being considered as a promising new method for restoring brain function in mental disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, schizophrenia, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.