Z Score Neurofeedback Clinical Applications 1st edition by Robert Thatcher, Joel Lubar ISBN 0128012919 9780128012918

Chapter 1. History and Technical Foundations of Z Score EEG Biofeedback

Introduction

First Use of Gaussian Probabilities to Identify “Dysregulation” in the Brain

Application of Gaussian Probability Distributions to Instantaneous Z Score Biofeedback and Why JTFA Z Scores Are Smaller than FFT Z Scores

Simplification and Standardization

Individualized EEG Biofeedback Protocols

Implementation of the Z Score Biofeedback

JTFA Complex Demodulation Computations

Z Scores and QEEG Normative Databases

Standardization by Amplifier Matching and QEEG Normative Databases

Age Groupings of the Instantaneous Z Score Normative Population

Sampling from the Same Population of Measures of the Human Brain

Appendix

References

Chapter 2. Network Connectivity and LORETA Z Score Biofeedback

Neurotopology

LORETA Linkage Between Structure and Function

Cross-Modal Validation of LORETA

LORETA Symptom Checklist

Intrinsic Connectivity Networks

sLORETA and LORETA Z Scores and the Cross-Spectrum

Network Nodes and Connections

Structural, Functional, and Effective Connectivity

References

Chapter 3. Optimal Procedures in Z-Score Neurofeedback: Strategies for Maximizing Learning for Surface and LORETA Neurofeedback

Schedules of Reinforcement

Learning Curves

Contingency of Feedback

Types of Feedback

Thresholding

Number of Parameters Trained

Use of Rounds for Training

Transfer of Training

Training Phase Shift and Phase Lock Durations

Overview

Studies Supporting Z-Score-Based Neurofeedback

References

Chapter 4. Surface and LORETA Neurofeedback in the Treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Surface and LORETA Neurofeedback of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Surface and LORETA Neurofeedback of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

The Study

Ten Case Studies

Conclusion

References

Chapter 5. Z-score LORETA Neurofeedback as a Potential Therapy in Depression/Anxiety and Cognitive Dysfunction

Special Notes

Acknowledgment

References

Chapter 6. LORETA Z-Score Neurofeedback in Chronic Pain and Headaches

Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Chapter 7. Treating Executive Functioning Disorders Using LORETA Z-Scored EEG Biofeedback

Introduction

The Domains of Executive Dysfunction

The Assessment of Executive Functioning Disorder Patients

Executive Dysfunction Case Studies

Conclusion

References

Chapter 8. Combining LORETA Z-Score Neurofeedback with Heart Rate Variability Training

Introduction

Assessment

Goal of Training HRV

Vagal Control of HRV

Goal of Training HRV and Why We Combine It with NFB

Summary and Conclusion

References

Chapter 9. Treating Anxiety Disorders Using Z-Scored EEG Neurofeedback

Introduction

The Initial Assessment of Anxiety Disorder Patients

The Brain’s Anxiety Network

qeeg Markers of Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety Disorder Case Studies

Conclusion

References

Chapter 10. Therapy of Seizures and Epilepsy with Z-Score LORETA Neurofeedback

Introduction

The Etiology of Epilepsy

The Clinical Picture of Epilepsy

Diagnostic Considerations

Treatment of Epilepsy

Summary

Acknowledgment

References

Chapter 11. LORETA Neurofeedback in Alcohol Use Disorders: A Case Study

Introduction

Ethanol’s Effects on Brain Function

Case Presentation

Conclusion

References

Chapter 12. LORETA and SPECT Scans: A Correlational Case Series

Introduction to the Clinical Use of SPECT Scans

Clinical Indications for Brain SPECT Scans

Review of the Literature

How to Interpret the 3D Figure 12.10

Case Studies

Cases

Discussion

Conclusion

Summary of Tabular Findings

Table of Figures

References

Appendix

Chapter 13. Brainsurfer and Brain Computer Interface Z-Score Biofeedback

Conscious Versus Unconscious Operant Conditioning is Neurophysiologically the Same

References

Chapter 14. LORETA Neurofeedback in College Students with ADHD

Challenges in Treating ADHD in College-Aged Populations

Case Studies

Conclusion

References

Chapter 15. 19-Channel Z-Score Training for Learning Disorders and Executive Functioning

References

Index