16 May 2016

Multi-modal Virtual Scenario Enhances Neurofeedback Learning

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/ Cohen A, Keynan JN, Jackont G, Green N, Rashap I, Shani O, Charles F, Cavazza M, Hendler T, Raz G.

Front Robot AI, 2016 Aug 31; 3:52.

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Introducing a gamified neurofeedback interface and its benefits for amygdala-EFP training.
 

The study introduces a novel neurofeedback interface, depicting an animated audiovisual scenario of a hospital waiting room. The level of stress in the waiting room is modulated by the neural signal. When amygdala-EFP increases, the animated characters crowd the reception area, and the room becomes noisier. The participants’ goal is to reduce their amygdala-EFP signal, causing the characters to quiet down and go back to their seats. Training with the animated scenario improved participants’ ability to self-regulate their amygdala-EFP significantly better than when training with a simple 2D thermometer feedback interface (a bar image that fills up and changes color as signal increases). This demonstrates the benefits of neurofeedback training with a gamified interface.

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To read the full article in Frontiers in Robotics and AI - https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/robotics-and-ai/articles/10.3389/frobt.2016.00052/full