Electromiograpy (EMG) - an electrical correlate of Muscle Contraction ( Peek, C.J. (Second Edition). In M.S. Schwartz, Biofeedback A Practitioner's Guide)
The document outlines the results of a psychological test administered to measure various mental abilities and processes. It lists 7 different sections of the test with their associated scores, ranging from 2.0 to 5.0. The highest score was received for "visual perception and fluid intelligence" while the lowest were for "inhibition" and "reflection vs impulsivity".
This document discusses the psychophysiology of stress and relaxation. It defines stress as a negative emotional experience accompanied by biochemical, physiological, cognitive and behavioral changes that alter a stressful event or accommodate its effects. Sources of stress include physical threats, anticipation of harm, and threats to self-esteem. The stress response involves behavioral, autonomic and endocrine system activation. Chronic stress can damage health by increasing blood pressure, suppressing the immune system, and increasing risk of anxiety disorders.
A preface to biofeedback and the three underlying disciplines it is based on - physiology, psychology and Information technology (Peek, C.J. (Second Edition). In M.S. Schwartz, Biofeedback A Practitioner's Guide).
The document discusses electrodermal activity (EDA) and skin conductance, which are measures of sweat gland activity and sweat production. It describes the physiology of sweat glands, how they are controlled by the sympathetic nervous system and limbic system in response to stress, emotions, and external stimuli. The document outlines how EDA is measured through skin conductance and quantified by examining characteristics of skin conductance responses, and discusses sources of artifacts and how habituation occurs over repeated trials.
Electromiograpy (EMG) - an electrical correlate of Muscle Contraction ( Peek, C.J. (Second Edition). In M.S. Schwartz, Biofeedback A Practitioner's Guide)
The document outlines the results of a psychological test administered to measure various mental abilities and processes. It lists 7 different sections of the test with their associated scores, ranging from 2.0 to 5.0. The highest score was received for "visual perception and fluid intelligence" while the lowest were for "inhibition" and "reflection vs impulsivity".
This document discusses the psychophysiology of stress and relaxation. It defines stress as a negative emotional experience accompanied by biochemical, physiological, cognitive and behavioral changes that alter a stressful event or accommodate its effects. Sources of stress include physical threats, anticipation of harm, and threats to self-esteem. The stress response involves behavioral, autonomic and endocrine system activation. Chronic stress can damage health by increasing blood pressure, suppressing the immune system, and increasing risk of anxiety disorders.
A preface to biofeedback and the three underlying disciplines it is based on - physiology, psychology and Information technology (Peek, C.J. (Second Edition). In M.S. Schwartz, Biofeedback A Practitioner's Guide).
The document discusses electrodermal activity (EDA) and skin conductance, which are measures of sweat gland activity and sweat production. It describes the physiology of sweat glands, how they are controlled by the sympathetic nervous system and limbic system in response to stress, emotions, and external stimuli. The document outlines how EDA is measured through skin conductance and quantified by examining characteristics of skin conductance responses, and discusses sources of artifacts and how habituation occurs over repeated trials.
This document summarizes evidence from research studies on the effectiveness of biofeedback-based interventions for various health conditions, rating the level of evidence on a scale from 1 to 4. It finds level 1 evidence for biofeedback helping problems like anxiety, arthritis, asthma, chronic pain, diabetes and others. Higher levels of evidence (3-4) are found for biofeedback reducing headaches, high blood pressure, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome and temporomandibular disorders. The strongest evidence is for randomized controlled trials comparing biofeedback to no treatment or an alternative.
The study evaluated the effects of a universal, teacher-led intervention program implemented in Israeli schools prior to rocket attacks, finding that children who received the resilience-focused intervention displayed significantly lower posttraumatic stress and stress/mood symptoms compared to the control group who did not receive the intervention. The teacher-based approach aimed to enhance children's preparedness for mass trauma through education on stress and coping skills training.
1. Neal Miller's research in the 1960s challenged the prevailing view that autonomic nervous system responses could not be conditioned through operant conditioning. His experiments demonstrated that autonomic responses like heart rate could be conditioned in animals. (2) However, whether autonomic operant conditioning occurs in humans remains an open question that biofeedback clinicians still grapple with today. (3) The authors propose a new model of "dyadic biofeedback" that recognizes the regulatory capacity of interpersonal interactions and allows for real-time training of these interactions using dual physiological screens.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow and levels of neurotransmitters and endorphins which elevate and stabilize mood.
The document discusses stress management for allied health professionals. It provides an overview of stress physiology, explaining the sympathetic nervous system, parasympathetic nervous system, and their roles in the fight or flight response. It also discusses modern stressors, cognitive behavioral approaches, and techniques for managing stress through exercise, nutrition, mind-body practices like yoga, and heart rate variability biofeedback training.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The document discusses different fields of study including physics, philosophy, psychology, and biology. It also mentions concepts like education, knowledge, and thinking.
This document summarizes evidence from research studies on the effectiveness of biofeedback-based interventions for various health conditions, rating the level of evidence on a scale from 1 to 4. It finds level 1 evidence for biofeedback helping problems like anxiety, arthritis, asthma, chronic pain, diabetes and others. Higher levels of evidence (3-4) are found for biofeedback reducing headaches, high blood pressure, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome and temporomandibular disorders. The strongest evidence is for randomized controlled trials comparing biofeedback to no treatment or an alternative.
The study evaluated the effects of a universal, teacher-led intervention program implemented in Israeli schools prior to rocket attacks, finding that children who received the resilience-focused intervention displayed significantly lower posttraumatic stress and stress/mood symptoms compared to the control group who did not receive the intervention. The teacher-based approach aimed to enhance children's preparedness for mass trauma through education on stress and coping skills training.
1. Neal Miller's research in the 1960s challenged the prevailing view that autonomic nervous system responses could not be conditioned through operant conditioning. His experiments demonstrated that autonomic responses like heart rate could be conditioned in animals. (2) However, whether autonomic operant conditioning occurs in humans remains an open question that biofeedback clinicians still grapple with today. (3) The authors propose a new model of "dyadic biofeedback" that recognizes the regulatory capacity of interpersonal interactions and allows for real-time training of these interactions using dual physiological screens.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow and levels of neurotransmitters and endorphins which elevate and stabilize mood.
The document discusses stress management for allied health professionals. It provides an overview of stress physiology, explaining the sympathetic nervous system, parasympathetic nervous system, and their roles in the fight or flight response. It also discusses modern stressors, cognitive behavioral approaches, and techniques for managing stress through exercise, nutrition, mind-body practices like yoga, and heart rate variability biofeedback training.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The document discusses different fields of study including physics, philosophy, psychology, and biology. It also mentions concepts like education, knowledge, and thinking.