Objective: This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of neurofeedback therapy based on brain-computer interface (BCI) games in enhancing cognitive functions and reducing disruptive behaviors in pat...Objective: This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of neurofeedback therapy based on brain-computer interface (BCI) games in enhancing cognitive functions and reducing disruptive behaviors in patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Methods: Forty-six AD patients aged 49 - 76 years were recruited for the study. Neurofeedback regulation was conducted using a BCI game designed to modulate EEG rhythms. Cognitive function was assessed using MMSE, MoCA, and ADAS-cog scales before and after a 10-day training period. EEG measurements were taken to evaluate changes in brain activity complexity. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS25.0 software to compare pre- and post-training scores. Results: Post-intervention results showed significant improvement in the cognitive function of AD patients. The total scores of MMSE, MoCA, and ADAS-cog scales increased significantly (P < 0.01). Notable improvements were observed in memory, language, and attention domains. EEG complexity in the left frontal area also showed a significant increase (P < 0.05). Additionally, the disruptive behaviors of patients were significantly reduced, improving their overall quality of life. Conclusions: Neurofeedback therapy based on BCI games is a promising intervention for enhancing cognitive functions and reducing disruptive behaviors in AD patients. This innovative approach demonstrates significant potential for clinical application, providing a non-invasive method to improve patient outcomes. Further studies with larger sample sizes and long-term follow-ups are recommended to validate these findings and explore the specific effects of NFB training on different cognitive impairment levels.展开更多
肥胖症及减重后不能维持健康体质量的核心因素多为食物成瘾,食物成瘾在神经影像学中表现为奖赏网络与认知控制网络间神经环路的失衡。实时功能磁共振成像神经反馈(real time functional magnetic resonance imaging neurofeedback,rtfMR...肥胖症及减重后不能维持健康体质量的核心因素多为食物成瘾,食物成瘾在神经影像学中表现为奖赏网络与认知控制网络间神经环路的失衡。实时功能磁共振成像神经反馈(real time functional magnetic resonance imaging neurofeedback,rtfMRI-NF)作为一种新型生物反馈技术,已被应用于其他物质成瘾领域的临床研究和治疗中。在食物成瘾肥胖症中,rtfMRI-NF同样具有重塑异常脑功能、改善摄食行为并达到减重效果的潜力。本综述总结了肥胖患者食物成瘾的功能磁共振脑成像模型,探讨应用rtfMRI-NF作为其潜在治疗工具的可行神经靶点,并回顾了rtfMRI-NF在肥胖应用中的最新研究进展,为未来rtfMRI-NF在肥胖中的治疗策略和临床指导提供参考。展开更多
伴随认知神经科学进入技术应用时代,军事心理训练从传统的行为训练向基于神经成像、人工智能和虚拟现实等技术的认知神经训练发展。认知神经训练包括侵入性和非侵入性两类,既可用于军事职业相关神经精神障碍的辅助治疗,更可作为以脑为...伴随认知神经科学进入技术应用时代,军事心理训练从传统的行为训练向基于神经成像、人工智能和虚拟现实等技术的认知神经训练发展。认知神经训练包括侵入性和非侵入性两类,既可用于军事职业相关神经精神障碍的辅助治疗,更可作为以脑为靶点的预防性训练以增强认知、调节情绪和塑造行为。本文聚焦于非侵入性认知神经训练,重点梳理以重复经颅磁刺激(repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation,rTMS)、经颅直流电刺激(transcranial direct current stimulation,tDCS)和低强度聚焦超声(low-intensity focused ultrasound,LIFU)等为代表的非侵入性脑刺激(non-invasive brain stimulation,NIBS)以及由脑电图(electroencephalography,EEG)、功能磁共振(functional magnetic resonance imaging,fMRI)和功能近红外光谱技术(functional near-infrared spectroscopy,fNIRS)介导的神经反馈(neurofeedback,NF),展望其智能化、个性化、多模态、感官化和可穿戴发展趋势,并探讨我军开展认知神经训练研究和应用需要注意的问题。展开更多
Non-invasive cerebral neuromodulation technologies are essential for the reorganization of cerebral neural networks,which have been widely applied in the field of central neurological diseases,such as stroke,Parkinson...Non-invasive cerebral neuromodulation technologies are essential for the reorganization of cerebral neural networks,which have been widely applied in the field of central neurological diseases,such as stroke,Parkinson’s disease,and mental disorders.Although significant advances have been made in neuromodulation technologies,the identification of optimal neurostimulation paramete rs including the co rtical target,duration,and inhibition or excitation pattern is still limited due to the lack of guidance for neural circuits.Moreove r,the neural mechanism unde rlying neuromodulation for improved behavioral performance remains poorly understood.Recently,advancements in neuroimaging have provided insight into neuromodulation techniques.Functional near-infrared spectroscopy,as a novel non-invasive optical brain imaging method,can detect brain activity by measuring cerebral hemodynamics with the advantages of portability,high motion tole rance,and anti-electromagnetic interference.Coupling functional near-infra red spectroscopy with neuromodulation technologies offe rs an opportunity to monitor the cortical response,provide realtime feedbac k,and establish a closed-loop strategy integrating evaluation,feedbac k,and intervention for neurostimulation,which provides a theoretical basis for development of individualized precise neuro rehabilitation.We aimed to summarize the advantages of functional near-infra red spectroscopy and provide an ove rview of the current research on functional near-infrared spectroscopy in transcranial magnetic stimulation,transcranial electrical stimulation,neurofeedback,and braincomputer interfaces.Furthermore,the future perspectives and directions for the application of functional near-infrared spectroscopy in neuromodulation are summarized.In conclusion,functional near-infrared spectroscopy combined with neuromodulation may promote the optimization of central pellral reorganization to achieve better functional recovery form central nervous system diseases.展开更多
为探索神经反馈训练在提升射击表现方面的应用效果和训练过程中的无应答者特性,开展一项用于提升射击表现的神经反馈训练(neurofeedback training for sport performance,SP-NFT)实验研究,招募20名受试者,进行2周4次的“巅峰”范式SP-N...为探索神经反馈训练在提升射击表现方面的应用效果和训练过程中的无应答者特性,开展一项用于提升射击表现的神经反馈训练(neurofeedback training for sport performance,SP-NFT)实验研究,招募20名受试者,进行2周4次的“巅峰”范式SP-NFT,采集受试者前、后测隐显目标射击表现和相关脑电(electroencephalograph,EEG)数据,检验SP-NFT对射击表现的提升效果、静息态EEG特征、SP-NFT期间正常组和无应答组EEG特性变化情况。结果表明:受试者后测射击成绩显著高于前测(P<0.01),静息态theta频带功率显著降低(P<0.01);相对正常受试者,无应答者在SP-NFT期间的努力程度更高,theta频段功率和SMR功率的变化程度更低,SP-NFT能够有效提升受试者射击表现,进一步揭示了无应答者的相关生理机制。研究成果为用于提升射击表现的SP-NFT技术进一步发展提供理论支撑和实验证据。展开更多
At present,depression is treated with antidepressant drugs and assisted with psychotherapy and physical therapy,and these expensive and time-consuming treatment methods often end prematurely and result in a prolonged ...At present,depression is treated with antidepressant drugs and assisted with psychotherapy and physical therapy,and these expensive and time-consuming treatment methods often end prematurely and result in a prolonged course w ithout effective symptom relief. Therefore,based on the neurofeedback therapy,a novel depression rehabilitation method using a Virtual-Reality(VR) game framew ork is proposed. In this VR game framew ork,an innovative threeelectrode Electroencephalography(EEG) collector is used to record patients' EEG data. The data are processed and converted into feedback features,and the feedback w ill be displayed to patients in real time through a VR headset. Patients can adjust their psychological activity based on the feedback,and relieve their physiological dysfunction effectively. The framew ork also provides a data storage module,w hich may offer therapists w ays to assess patients' rehabilitation results in a long term,as w ell as provide possibility to continue tow ards better algorithm of feedback features w ith data-mining.The prototype system is tested in the framew ork,and the experimental results prove the effectiveness of the framew ork in depression rehabilitation.展开更多
BACKGROUND Chronic insomnia affects about 6%-13% of the Canadian population.Although treatments already exist,they each have their own issues.Neurofeedback is a neuromodulation technique that specifically targets abno...BACKGROUND Chronic insomnia affects about 6%-13% of the Canadian population.Although treatments already exist,they each have their own issues.Neurofeedback is a neuromodulation technique that specifically targets abnormal brain activity and is gaining attention as a possible insomnia treatment.AIM To review the latest studies pertaining to the use of neurofeedback in the treatment of insomnia.METHODS In this non-systematic review,only experimental studies assessing the effects of neurofeedback on patients with insomnia were targeted across four bibliographic databases.RESULTS A total of 12 studies were retained.All neurofeedback studies included in this study showed a clear improvement of subjective sleep.However,data concerning objective improvement are contradictory.Most studies regarding surface and zscore neurofeedback show that neurofeedback targeting the sensorimotor rhythm in the sensorimotor cortex may help improve subjective sleep.A placebo effect seems also to be present in some studies.Several limitations were present in each study.CONCLUSION While studies concerning neurofeedback as a treatment for insomnia are encouraging,many methodological barriers remain to be resolved to prove its efficacy unequivocally.More studies using robust design parameters,as well as the replication of existing studies,are necessary to support neurofeedback as an effective treatment for insomnia.展开更多
Real-time functional magnetic resonance imaging (rtfMRI) technology has been widely used to train subjects to actively regulate the activity of specific brain regions. Although many previous studies have demonstrated ...Real-time functional magnetic resonance imaging (rtfMRI) technology has been widely used to train subjects to actively regulate the activity of specific brain regions. Although many previous studies have demonstrated that neurofeedback training alters the functional connectivity between brain regions in the task state and resting state, it is unclear how the regulation of the key hub of the default mode network (DMN) affects the topological properties of the resting-state brain network. The current study aimed to investigate what topological changes would occur in the large-scale intrinsic organization of the resting state after the real-time down-regulation of the posterior cingulate cortex (PCC). The results indicated that the down-regulation of the PCC in the DMN reduced the functional connectivity of the PCC with the nodes outside of the DMN and reduced functional connectivity between the superior medial frontal gyrus (SFGmed) and parahippocampal gyrus (PHG) in the experimental group. Moreover, the nodal graph properties of the SFGmed were reduced, while that of the PHG showed the opposite alteration after the down-regulation of the PCC. These findings possibly suggest that the regulation of the key hub of the DMN, the PCC, mainly changed the information transfer of the SFGmed and PHG.展开更多
Recent studies describe a number of difficulties associated with attention deficit in children with reading disabilities. Information about visual-spatial attention mainly arises from studies using event-related poten...Recent studies describe a number of difficulties associated with attention deficit in children with reading disabilities. Information about visual-spatial attention mainly arises from studies using event-related potentials (ERPs) during Posner’s spatial cueing paradigm. This study aims to use neurofeedback with a special protocol for treating children with reading disabilities, and moreo-ver, to evaluate visual-spatial attention ability by means of Posner paradigm task and ERPs. The study was conducted in a single subject design in 20 sessions. Participants were 2 male children, aged between 10 - 12 years old, who completed twelve 30-min neurofeedback sessions. Repeated measurements were performed during the baseline, treatment, and post treatment phases. Results showed some improvement in Posner paradigm parameters (correct response, valid and invalid reaction times). Furthermore, grand average ERPs for both of the participants in each of the four conditions (Valid-right, Invalid-right, Valid-left and Invalid-left) were analyzed. The analysis of P3 component showed a reduction in latency, indicating an improvement in the timing of cognitive processes. In addition, the graphs showed a decrease in amplitude level, which meant easier processing than before.展开更多
Although there is no consensus with respect to that if exposed Extremely Low Frequency Magnetic Field (ELF-MF) affects human brain activity for guidelines of brain management, there are some evidences related with hum...Although there is no consensus with respect to that if exposed Extremely Low Frequency Magnetic Field (ELF-MF) affects human brain activity for guidelines of brain management, there are some evidences related with human attention changes. Therefore, this study evaluates the effects of 45 Hz sinusoidal ELF (360 μT) at Cz regions, cantered at dominant frequency using Electroencephalogram (EEG) analysis. The purpose was to extracte transient or permanent events as an index for new neurofeedback (NF) system improvement. Twenty-four healthy volunteers aged between 20 and 28 years of age were randomly assigned to one of two groups, which differed in the type of NF training concerning the exposed and non-exposed magnetic field effect on performance in attention tests during NF. Results indicate that theta and beta EEG rhythms variations in exposed group changed more significantly in comparison of traditional NF展开更多
文摘Objective: This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of neurofeedback therapy based on brain-computer interface (BCI) games in enhancing cognitive functions and reducing disruptive behaviors in patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Methods: Forty-six AD patients aged 49 - 76 years were recruited for the study. Neurofeedback regulation was conducted using a BCI game designed to modulate EEG rhythms. Cognitive function was assessed using MMSE, MoCA, and ADAS-cog scales before and after a 10-day training period. EEG measurements were taken to evaluate changes in brain activity complexity. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS25.0 software to compare pre- and post-training scores. Results: Post-intervention results showed significant improvement in the cognitive function of AD patients. The total scores of MMSE, MoCA, and ADAS-cog scales increased significantly (P < 0.01). Notable improvements were observed in memory, language, and attention domains. EEG complexity in the left frontal area also showed a significant increase (P < 0.05). Additionally, the disruptive behaviors of patients were significantly reduced, improving their overall quality of life. Conclusions: Neurofeedback therapy based on BCI games is a promising intervention for enhancing cognitive functions and reducing disruptive behaviors in AD patients. This innovative approach demonstrates significant potential for clinical application, providing a non-invasive method to improve patient outcomes. Further studies with larger sample sizes and long-term follow-ups are recommended to validate these findings and explore the specific effects of NFB training on different cognitive impairment levels.
文摘肥胖症及减重后不能维持健康体质量的核心因素多为食物成瘾,食物成瘾在神经影像学中表现为奖赏网络与认知控制网络间神经环路的失衡。实时功能磁共振成像神经反馈(real time functional magnetic resonance imaging neurofeedback,rtfMRI-NF)作为一种新型生物反馈技术,已被应用于其他物质成瘾领域的临床研究和治疗中。在食物成瘾肥胖症中,rtfMRI-NF同样具有重塑异常脑功能、改善摄食行为并达到减重效果的潜力。本综述总结了肥胖患者食物成瘾的功能磁共振脑成像模型,探讨应用rtfMRI-NF作为其潜在治疗工具的可行神经靶点,并回顾了rtfMRI-NF在肥胖应用中的最新研究进展,为未来rtfMRI-NF在肥胖中的治疗策略和临床指导提供参考。
文摘伴随认知神经科学进入技术应用时代,军事心理训练从传统的行为训练向基于神经成像、人工智能和虚拟现实等技术的认知神经训练发展。认知神经训练包括侵入性和非侵入性两类,既可用于军事职业相关神经精神障碍的辅助治疗,更可作为以脑为靶点的预防性训练以增强认知、调节情绪和塑造行为。本文聚焦于非侵入性认知神经训练,重点梳理以重复经颅磁刺激(repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation,rTMS)、经颅直流电刺激(transcranial direct current stimulation,tDCS)和低强度聚焦超声(low-intensity focused ultrasound,LIFU)等为代表的非侵入性脑刺激(non-invasive brain stimulation,NIBS)以及由脑电图(electroencephalography,EEG)、功能磁共振(functional magnetic resonance imaging,fMRI)和功能近红外光谱技术(functional near-infrared spectroscopy,fNIRS)介导的神经反馈(neurofeedback,NF),展望其智能化、个性化、多模态、感官化和可穿戴发展趋势,并探讨我军开展认知神经训练研究和应用需要注意的问题。
文摘Non-invasive cerebral neuromodulation technologies are essential for the reorganization of cerebral neural networks,which have been widely applied in the field of central neurological diseases,such as stroke,Parkinson’s disease,and mental disorders.Although significant advances have been made in neuromodulation technologies,the identification of optimal neurostimulation paramete rs including the co rtical target,duration,and inhibition or excitation pattern is still limited due to the lack of guidance for neural circuits.Moreove r,the neural mechanism unde rlying neuromodulation for improved behavioral performance remains poorly understood.Recently,advancements in neuroimaging have provided insight into neuromodulation techniques.Functional near-infrared spectroscopy,as a novel non-invasive optical brain imaging method,can detect brain activity by measuring cerebral hemodynamics with the advantages of portability,high motion tole rance,and anti-electromagnetic interference.Coupling functional near-infra red spectroscopy with neuromodulation technologies offe rs an opportunity to monitor the cortical response,provide realtime feedbac k,and establish a closed-loop strategy integrating evaluation,feedbac k,and intervention for neurostimulation,which provides a theoretical basis for development of individualized precise neuro rehabilitation.We aimed to summarize the advantages of functional near-infra red spectroscopy and provide an ove rview of the current research on functional near-infrared spectroscopy in transcranial magnetic stimulation,transcranial electrical stimulation,neurofeedback,and braincomputer interfaces.Furthermore,the future perspectives and directions for the application of functional near-infrared spectroscopy in neuromodulation are summarized.In conclusion,functional near-infrared spectroscopy combined with neuromodulation may promote the optimization of central pellral reorganization to achieve better functional recovery form central nervous system diseases.
文摘为探索神经反馈训练在提升射击表现方面的应用效果和训练过程中的无应答者特性,开展一项用于提升射击表现的神经反馈训练(neurofeedback training for sport performance,SP-NFT)实验研究,招募20名受试者,进行2周4次的“巅峰”范式SP-NFT,采集受试者前、后测隐显目标射击表现和相关脑电(electroencephalograph,EEG)数据,检验SP-NFT对射击表现的提升效果、静息态EEG特征、SP-NFT期间正常组和无应答组EEG特性变化情况。结果表明:受试者后测射击成绩显著高于前测(P<0.01),静息态theta频带功率显著降低(P<0.01);相对正常受试者,无应答者在SP-NFT期间的努力程度更高,theta频段功率和SMR功率的变化程度更低,SP-NFT能够有效提升受试者射击表现,进一步揭示了无应答者的相关生理机制。研究成果为用于提升射击表现的SP-NFT技术进一步发展提供理论支撑和实验证据。
基金National Basic Research Program of China(2014CB744600)National Natural Science Foundation of China(61632014,61210010)+2 种基金Program of Beijing M unicipal Science&Technology Commission(Z171100000117005)Program of International S&T Cooperation of M OST(2013DFA11140)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2016YFC1307203)
文摘At present,depression is treated with antidepressant drugs and assisted with psychotherapy and physical therapy,and these expensive and time-consuming treatment methods often end prematurely and result in a prolonged course w ithout effective symptom relief. Therefore,based on the neurofeedback therapy,a novel depression rehabilitation method using a Virtual-Reality(VR) game framew ork is proposed. In this VR game framew ork,an innovative threeelectrode Electroencephalography(EEG) collector is used to record patients' EEG data. The data are processed and converted into feedback features,and the feedback w ill be displayed to patients in real time through a VR headset. Patients can adjust their psychological activity based on the feedback,and relieve their physiological dysfunction effectively. The framew ork also provides a data storage module,w hich may offer therapists w ays to assess patients' rehabilitation results in a long term,as w ell as provide possibility to continue tow ards better algorithm of feedback features w ith data-mining.The prototype system is tested in the framew ork,and the experimental results prove the effectiveness of the framew ork in depression rehabilitation.
文摘BACKGROUND Chronic insomnia affects about 6%-13% of the Canadian population.Although treatments already exist,they each have their own issues.Neurofeedback is a neuromodulation technique that specifically targets abnormal brain activity and is gaining attention as a possible insomnia treatment.AIM To review the latest studies pertaining to the use of neurofeedback in the treatment of insomnia.METHODS In this non-systematic review,only experimental studies assessing the effects of neurofeedback on patients with insomnia were targeted across four bibliographic databases.RESULTS A total of 12 studies were retained.All neurofeedback studies included in this study showed a clear improvement of subjective sleep.However,data concerning objective improvement are contradictory.Most studies regarding surface and zscore neurofeedback show that neurofeedback targeting the sensorimotor rhythm in the sensorimotor cortex may help improve subjective sleep.A placebo effect seems also to be present in some studies.Several limitations were present in each study.CONCLUSION While studies concerning neurofeedback as a treatment for insomnia are encouraging,many methodological barriers remain to be resolved to prove its efficacy unequivocally.More studies using robust design parameters,as well as the replication of existing studies,are necessary to support neurofeedback as an effective treatment for insomnia.
文摘Real-time functional magnetic resonance imaging (rtfMRI) technology has been widely used to train subjects to actively regulate the activity of specific brain regions. Although many previous studies have demonstrated that neurofeedback training alters the functional connectivity between brain regions in the task state and resting state, it is unclear how the regulation of the key hub of the default mode network (DMN) affects the topological properties of the resting-state brain network. The current study aimed to investigate what topological changes would occur in the large-scale intrinsic organization of the resting state after the real-time down-regulation of the posterior cingulate cortex (PCC). The results indicated that the down-regulation of the PCC in the DMN reduced the functional connectivity of the PCC with the nodes outside of the DMN and reduced functional connectivity between the superior medial frontal gyrus (SFGmed) and parahippocampal gyrus (PHG) in the experimental group. Moreover, the nodal graph properties of the SFGmed were reduced, while that of the PHG showed the opposite alteration after the down-regulation of the PCC. These findings possibly suggest that the regulation of the key hub of the DMN, the PCC, mainly changed the information transfer of the SFGmed and PHG.
文摘Recent studies describe a number of difficulties associated with attention deficit in children with reading disabilities. Information about visual-spatial attention mainly arises from studies using event-related potentials (ERPs) during Posner’s spatial cueing paradigm. This study aims to use neurofeedback with a special protocol for treating children with reading disabilities, and moreo-ver, to evaluate visual-spatial attention ability by means of Posner paradigm task and ERPs. The study was conducted in a single subject design in 20 sessions. Participants were 2 male children, aged between 10 - 12 years old, who completed twelve 30-min neurofeedback sessions. Repeated measurements were performed during the baseline, treatment, and post treatment phases. Results showed some improvement in Posner paradigm parameters (correct response, valid and invalid reaction times). Furthermore, grand average ERPs for both of the participants in each of the four conditions (Valid-right, Invalid-right, Valid-left and Invalid-left) were analyzed. The analysis of P3 component showed a reduction in latency, indicating an improvement in the timing of cognitive processes. In addition, the graphs showed a decrease in amplitude level, which meant easier processing than before.
文摘Although there is no consensus with respect to that if exposed Extremely Low Frequency Magnetic Field (ELF-MF) affects human brain activity for guidelines of brain management, there are some evidences related with human attention changes. Therefore, this study evaluates the effects of 45 Hz sinusoidal ELF (360 μT) at Cz regions, cantered at dominant frequency using Electroencephalogram (EEG) analysis. The purpose was to extracte transient or permanent events as an index for new neurofeedback (NF) system improvement. Twenty-four healthy volunteers aged between 20 and 28 years of age were randomly assigned to one of two groups, which differed in the type of NF training concerning the exposed and non-exposed magnetic field effect on performance in attention tests during NF. Results indicate that theta and beta EEG rhythms variations in exposed group changed more significantly in comparison of traditional NF
