Development of a brain wave model based on the quantitative analysis of EEG and EEG biofeedback therapy in patients with panic attacks during the COVID-19 pandemic

Kopańska, Marta; Ochojska, Danuta; Mytych, Wiktoria; Lis, Marcin; Banaś-Ząbczyk, Agnieszka

doi:10.1038/s41598-022-19068-w

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“…It was similar to the results of our study, in which the α band power of F3 and F4 channels in the TC group increased compared with before the intervention, while the α band of the control group during the pandemic period significantly reduced compared to before the intervention. Another study of panic attack patients after EEG biofeedback treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated increased α band amplitudes at C3 and C4 after 6 months of follow-up ( Kopańska et al, 2022 ).…”

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Effect of 24-form simplified Tai Chi on executive inhibitory control of college students: a randomized controlled trial of EEG

Wang,

Lyu

2024

Front. Psychol.

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BackgroundCollege students, undergoing crucial cognitive development, face challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic that impact their executive functions. While existing research indicates positive effects of Tai Chi (TC) on college students’ cognitive abilities, there is a scarcity of studies investigating its impact on executive functions and frontal brain activity.ObjectiveThis study aimed to compare the effects of 24-form simplified TC training on college students’ executive functions and frontal brain electrical activity. The hypothesis posited that the TC group would exhibit superior performance compared to the control group during COVID-19 pandemic.MethodSeventy college students were randomly assigned to either TC group or control group, engaging in 36 sessions (3 sessions per week, 45 min each) over 12 weeks. Executive inhibitory control was assessed using the Stroop Color and Word Test, and resting brain electrical activity in the frontal area was recorded through Electroencephalography.ResultACC was influenced by group, group-time interaction, and Stroop task-time interaction. RT was affected by time, task condition, task condition-time interaction, and task condition-group interaction. Notably, the TC group showed improved ACC (from 96.54 ± 3.27% to 98.90 ± 1.32%) and decreased RT (from 0.73 ± 0.12 to 0.66 ± 0.07 s), particularly in the inconsistent task. Regarding EEG band power, significant Group and Time interaction effects were found in F3-θ, F3-α, F3-β, F4-θ, and F4-α. Moreover, within the TC group, significant increases in F3-θ band power (from 4.66 ± 3.55 to 7.71 ± 8.44) and F4-θ band power (from 4.41 ± 2.82 to 8.61 ± 9.51) (10−3·μV·Hz) were noted pre-and post-tests. In the control group, significant decreases were observed in F3-α band power (from 5.18 ± 4.61 to 2.79 ± 2.11) and F4-α band power (from 5.57 ± 6.58 to 2.48 ± 1.95) (10−3·μV·Hz).ConclusionThe pandemic-induced panic may impact frontal lobe brain activity in college students. TC training not only improves executive inhibitory control but may also enhance localized brain activity, suggesting its potential as a holistic intervention for cognitive and neurological well-being during stressful periods.

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Effect of 24-form simplified Tai Chi on executive inhibitory control of college students: a randomized controlled trial of EEG

Wang,

Lyu

2024

Front. Psychol.

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“…The resulting increased beta2 waves in both hemispheres indicate increased levels of stress and emotional tension, which was the case in our patients. Often, these waves are responsible for the release of adrenaline, and remaining in such a state for a longer time results in frequent fatigue [ 56 ]. This wave reproduces brain activity, which is correlated with wakefulness [ 57 ].…”

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The Use of Quantitative Electroencephalography (QEEG) to Assess Post-COVID-19 Concentration Disorders in Professional Pilots: An Initial Concept

Kopańska,

Rydzik,

Błajda

et al. 2023

Brain Sciences

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Announced by WHO in 2020, the global COVID-19 pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2 has affected many people, leading to serious health consequences. These consequences are observed in the daily lives of infected patients as various dysfunctions and limitations. More and more people are suffering post-COVID-19 complications that interfere with or completely prevent them from working or even functioning independently on a daily basis. The aim of our study was to demonstrate that innovative quantitative electroencephalography (QEEG) can be used to assess cognitive function disorders reported after the COVID-19 pandemic. It is worth noting that no similar study has been conducted to date in a group of pilots. The QEEG method we used is currently one of the basic neurological examinations, enabling easy observation of post-COVID-19 changes in the nervous system. With the innovativeness of this technique, our study shows that the use of quantitative electroencephalography can be a precursor in identifying complications associated with cognitive function disorders after COVID-19. Our study was conducted on twelve 26-year-old pilots. All participants had attended the same flight academy and had contracted SARS-CoV-2 infection. The pilots began to suspect COVID-19 infection when they developed typical symptoms such as loss of smell and taste, respiratory problems, and rapid fatigue. Quantitative electroencephalography (QEEG), which is one of the most innovative forms of diagnostics, was used to diagnose the patients. Comparison of the results between the study and control groups showed significantly higher values of all measurements of alpha, theta, and beta2 waves in the study group. In the case of the sensorimotor rhythm (SMR), the measurement results were significantly higher in the control group compared to the study group. Our study, conducted on pilots who had recovered from COVID-19, showed changes in the amplitudes of brain waves associated with relaxation and concentration. The results confirmed the issues reported by pilots as evidenced by the increased amplitudes of alfa, theta, and beta2 waves. It should be emphasized that the modern diagnostic method (QEEG) presented here has significant importance in the medical diagnosis of various symptoms and observation of treatment effects in individuals who have contracted the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The present study demonstrated an innovative approach to the diagnosis of neurological complications after COVID-19.

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Alpha/Theta Neurofeedback Rehabilitation for Improving Attention and Working Memory in Female Students with Learning Disabilities

Nooripour,

Viki,

Ghanbari

et al. 2024

OBM Neurobiol

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Learning disabilities (LDs) encompass a range of cognitive challenges that can significantly influence students' educational experiences and overall academic performance. This study aimed to investigate the effects of alpha/theta neurofeedback rehabilitation on attention and working memory in female students with learning disabilities. This study employed a quasi-experimental design with pre-tests, post-tests, and a two-month follow-up and included a control group. Convenience sampling was used to select 40 female students with learning disabilities referred to psychological clinics in Tehran during the 2020-2021 academic year. The participants were randomly assigned to the neurofeedback experimental group (n = 20) or the control group (n = 20). Three students from each group withdrew from the study, leaving 17 participants for the final analysis. Attention and working memory were assessed using the n-back task, Stroop test, and Reverse Stroop test. Data analysis involved mixed repeated ANOVA, independent t-tests, and chi-square tests. The findings revealed that alpha/theta neurofeedback rehabilitation improved all aspects of working memory and attention in female students with learning disabilities during the specified period. These improvements remained consistent during the two-month follow-up (p < 0.001). This study demonstrated that alpha/theta neurofeedback rehabilitation can potentially enhance the attention and working memory of female students with learning disabilities.

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Development of a brain wave model based on the quantitative analysis of EEG and EEG biofeedback therapy in patients with panic attacks during the COVID-19 pandemic

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References 45 publications

Effect of 24-form simplified Tai Chi on executive inhibitory control of college students: a randomized controlled trial of EEG

Effect of 24-form simplified Tai Chi on executive inhibitory control of college students: a randomized controlled trial of EEG

The Use of Quantitative Electroencephalography (QEEG) to Assess Post-COVID-19 Concentration Disorders in Professional Pilots: An Initial Concept

Alpha/Theta Neurofeedback Rehabilitation for Improving Attention and Working Memory in Female Students with Learning Disabilities

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