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Neurofeedback and Brain MappingBrain mapping and the clinical procedure of Quantitative EEG (QEEG) is the statistical analysis of the electrical activity of the brain. It is a tool used to evaluate differences in brain function compared to a database of people without difficulties. It is a procedure utilized in neurofeedback training to provide the clinician with a means of assessing the client’s brain wave activity in support of creating a training protocol that holds the most potential for addressing the client’s particular needs. Dr. Hanson utilizes the Mini-Q, which is an abbreviated, yet informative, cost effective alternative to a Q-EEG as part of the evaluation process. The Mini-Q is a neurophysiologic technique in which the ongoing neuronal electrical activity of the brain is measured at 12 of the 20 standard sites on the surface of the scalp. A specially designed cap worn by the client houses 12, small, non-invasive surface sensors that are carefully placed in strategic position touching the scalp. Through these sensors, low voltage electrical signals emitted from the brain in the 12 areas are received and amplified by the Mini-Q EEG software and stored digitally. The Mini-Q automatically receives and organizes all data for display and interpretation. After a careful review of the results, the information provided by Mini-Q Brain Mapping is incorporated with other evaluation data to design a neurofeedback training protocol that is tailored to the particular needs of the individual client. The Mini-Q can also be utilized during neurofeedback training to measure progress. Taken together, the use of the Mini-Q provides an effective means to collect and interpret data before and after training in order to guide and assess neurofeedback training. Related Links
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