Interpersonal neural synchrony and mental disorders: unlocking potential pathways for clinical interventions DOI Creative Commons
Kerstin Konrad, Christian Gerloff, Simon H. Kohl

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Frontiers in Neuroscience, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 18

Published: March 11, 2024

Introduction Interpersonal synchronization involves the alignment of behavioral, affective, physiological, and brain states during social interactions. It facilitates empathy, emotion regulation, prosocial commitment. Mental disorders characterized by interaction dysfunction, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Reactive Attachment (RAD), Social Anxiety (SAD), often exhibit atypical with others across multiple levels. With introduction “second-person” neuroscience perspective, our understanding interpersonal neural (INS) has improved, however, so far, it hardly impacted development novel therapeutic interventions. Methods To evaluate potential INS-based treatments for mental disorders, we performed two systematic literature searches identifying studies that directly target INS through neurofeedback (12 publications; 9 independent studies) or stimulation techniques (7 studies), following PRISMA guidelines. In addition, narratively review indirect manipulations biofeedback, hormonal We discuss ASD, RAD, SAD using a database search assess acceptability (4 neurostimulation in patients dysfunction. Results Although behavioral approaches, engaging eye contact cooperative actions, have been shown to be associated increased INS, little is known about long-term consequences Few proof-of-concept utilized techniques, like transcranial direct current neurofeedback, showing feasibility preliminary evidence interventions can boost synchrony connectedness. Yet, optimal protocols parameters are still undefined. For SAD, far no randomized controlled trial proven efficacy intervention although general methods seem well accepted these patient groups. Discussion Significant work remains translate into effective disorders. Future research should focus on mechanistic insights technological advancements, rigorous design standards. Furthermore, will key compare targeting those other modalities define dyads clinical

Language: Английский

fMRI neurofeedback in emotion regulation: A literature review DOI
Pavla Linhartová,

Adéla Látalová,

Barbora Kóša

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NeuroImage, Journal Year: 2019, Volume and Issue: 193, P. 75 - 92

Published: March 9, 2019

Language: Английский

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The Potential of Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy-Based Neurofeedback—A Systematic Review and Recommendations for Best Practice DOI Creative Commons
Simon H. Kohl,

David M. A. Mehler,

Michael Lührs

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Frontiers in Neuroscience, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 14

Published: July 21, 2020

Background: The effects of electroencephalography (EEG) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)-neurofeedback on brain activation behaviors have been studied extensively in the past. More recently, researchers begun to investigate near-infrared spectroscopy-based neurofeedback (fNIRS-neurofeedback). FNIRS is a neuroimaging technique based hemodynamics, which easy use, portable, inexpensive, has reduced sensitivity movement artifacts. Method: We provide first systematic review database fNIRS-neurofeedback studies, synthesizing findings from 22 peer-reviewed studies (including total N = 441 participants; 337 healthy, 104 patients). (1) give comprehensive overview how training protocols were implemented, (2) online signal-processing methods used, (3) evaluate quality using pre-set methodological reporting criteria also present statistical sensitivity/power analyses, (4) effectiveness modulating activation, (5) its changing behavior healthy pathological populations. Results discussion: (1-2) Published are heterogeneous (e.g., targets, investigated populations, applied protocols, methods). Large randomized controlled trials still lacking. In view novelty field, published moderate. identified room for improvement important information power detect realistic effects. Several show that people can regulate hemodynamic signals cortical regions with these indicate feasibility motor control prefrontal functioning participants ameliorating symptoms clinical populations (stroke, ADHD, autism, social anxiety). However, valid conclusions about specificity or potential utility premature. Conclusion: Due advantages practicability relatively low cost, might suitable powerful alternative EEG fMRI great translation neurofeedback. Together more rigorous research practices, further improvements may lead solid understanding fNIRS-neurofeedback. Future will benefit exploiting fNIRS, offers unique opportunities research.

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Current progress in real-time functional magnetic resonance-based neurofeedback: Methodological challenges and achievements DOI
Christian Paret, Noam Goldway, Catharina Zich

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NeuroImage, Journal Year: 2019, Volume and Issue: 202, P. 116107 - 116107

Published: Aug. 19, 2019

Language: Английский

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Neurofeedback training in major depressive disorder: A systematic review of clinical efficacy, study quality and reporting practices DOI
Lucas R. Trambaiolli, Simon H. Kohl, David E.J. Linden

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Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 125, P. 33 - 56

Published: Feb. 15, 2021

Language: Английский

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EEG‐neurofeedback and executive function enhancement in healthy adults: A systematic review DOI

Giada Viviani,

Antonino Vallesi

Psychophysiology, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 58(9)

Published: June 12, 2021

Abstract Electroencephalographic (EEG)‐neurofeedback training (NFT) is a promising technique that supports individuals in learning to modulate their brain activity obtain cognitive and behavioral improvements. EEG‐NFT gaining increasing attention for its potential “peak performance” applications on healthy individuals. However, evidence clear performance enhancements with adults still lacking. In particular, whether represents an effective enhancing adults' executive functions controversial. Therefore, the main objective of this systematic review assess existing studies targeting have provided reliable NFT effectiveness. To end, we conducted qualitative analysis literature since limited number retrieved did not allow us meta‐analytical comparisons. Moreover, second aim was identify optimal frequencies as targets specifically improving functions. Overall, our provides effectiveness boosting more rigorous are required order overcome methodological weaknesses encountered analysis.

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Opportunities and Limitations of Mobile Neuroimaging Technologies in Educational Neuroscience DOI Creative Commons
Tieme W. P. Janssen, Jennie K. Grammer, Martin G. Bleichner

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Mind Brain and Education, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 15(4), P. 354 - 370

Published: Oct. 5, 2021

As the field of educational neuroscience continues to grow, questions have emerged regarding ecological validity and applicability this research practice. Recent advances in mobile neuroimaging technologies made it possible conduct neuroscientific studies directly naturalistic learning environments. We propose that embedding a cycle (Matusz, Dikker, Huth, & Perrodin, 2019), involving lab-based, seminaturalistic, fully experiments, is well suited for addressing questions. With review, we take cautious approach, by discussing valuable insights can be gained from technology, including electroencephalography functional near-infrared spectroscopy, as challenges posed bringing methods into classroom. Research paradigms used alongside technology vary considerably. To illustrate point, are discussed with increasingly designs. conclude several ethical considerations should taken account unique area research.

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Depressive symptoms reduce when dorsolateral prefrontal cortex-precuneus connectivity normalizes after functional connectivity neurofeedback DOI Creative Commons
Jessica E. Taylor, Takashi Yamada,

Takahiko Kawashima

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Scientific Reports, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 12(1)

Published: Feb. 16, 2022

Abstract Depressive disorders contribute heavily to global disease burden; This is possibly because patients are often treated homogeneously, despite having heterogeneous symptoms with differing underlying neural mechanisms. A novel treatment that can directly influence the circuit relevant an individual patient’s subset of might more precisely and thus effectively aid in alleviation their specific symptoms. We tested this hypothesis a proof-of-concept study using fMRI functional connectivity neurofeedback. targeted between left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex/middle frontal gyrus precuneus/posterior cingulate cortex, connection has been well-established as relating depressive Specifically, shown data-driven manner be less anticorrelated melancholic depression than healthy controls. Furthermore, posterior dominant state—which results loss anticorrelation—is expected specifically relate increase rumination such brooding. In line predictions, we found that, neurofeedback training, participant normalized (restored anticorrelation), related (depressive brooding symptoms), but not unrelated (trait anxiety), were reduced. Because these look promising, paradigm next needs examined greater sample size better Nonetheless, here provide preliminary evidence for correlation normalization network reduction Showing reproducibility, two experiments took place several years apart by different experimenters. Indicative its potential clinical utility, effects remained one-two months later. Clinical trial registration : Both reported registered trials (UMIN000015249, jRCTs052180169).

Language: Английский

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Neurofeedback for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder DOI
Samuel J. Westwood, Pascal-M. Aggensteiner, Anna Kaiser

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JAMA Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Dec. 11, 2024

Neurofeedback has been proposed for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) but efficacy this intervention remains unclear.

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The influence of time and visualization on neurofeedback-guided parietal alpha downregulation and sense of presence in virtual reality DOI Creative Commons
Loïc Botrel,

Alex Kreilinger,

Mathias Müller

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Frontiers in Neuroscience, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 19

Published: Feb. 12, 2025

In an EEG-based near real-time neurofeedback (NF) study in two parts using high immersive virtual reality (VR) we successfully trained healthy participants to downregulate their parietal alpha power, a neurophysiological correlate previously associated with enhanced sense of presence. The first part included n = 10 equipped 128 and 64 channels gel-based active EEG electrodes sessions standard bar feedback presented on computer monitor. Nine were better than random at the 10th session four improved over time. For second reduced electrode subset 9 sponge-based (2 frontal, 7 around Pz) portable amplifier. Participants ( 10) each within VR projected wall 5 then controlling flow water fountain. able significantly power after learning occurred group level, showing both improvement time ability modulate. However, these results only shown during fountain non-significant projector condition. Based self-reports, excluding performing movements closing eyes, no particular mental strategy, such as relaxation, breathing or calculus was identified help modulation. hypothesized behavioral effect presence not found nor any changes fronto-parietal connectivity. While NF did improve presence, succeeded adapting training for technology via seamlessly embedded form showcases that is possible sponge would prove convenient end-user (at home) clinical setup. dataset publicly available Openneuro.org .

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A systematic review of fMRI neurofeedback reporting and effects in clinical populations DOI Creative Commons
Anita Tursic, Judith Eck, Michael Lührs

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NeuroImage Clinical, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 28, P. 102496 - 102496

Published: Jan. 1, 2020

Real-time fMRI-based neurofeedback is a relatively young field with potential to impact the currently available treatments of various disorders. In order evaluate evidence clinical benefits and investigate how consistently studies report their methods results, an exhaustive search fMRI in populations was performed. Reporting evaluated using limited number Consensus on reporting experimental design cognitive-behavioral (CRED-NF checklist) items, which was, together statistical power sensitivity calculation, used also existing measures. The 62 found investigated regulation abilities and/or wide range disorders, but small sample sizes were therefore unable detect effects. Most points from CRED-NF checklist adequately reported by majority studies, some improvements are suggested for group comparisons relations between success benefits. To establish as tool, more emphasis should be placed future larger determined through priori calculations standardization procedures reporting.

Language: Английский

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