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AAPB Co-sponsored Virtual CE Event Alert!EEG for Beginners with Dr. Tiff Thompson, PhD, MFT, QEEG-D, R.EEG T, BCNThis 10...
07/21/2025

AAPB Co-sponsored Virtual CE Event Alert!

EEG for Beginners with Dr. Tiff Thompson, PhD, MFT, QEEG-D, R.EEG T, BCN

This 10-week program is for those who are just beginning to read and interpret EEG data. Each week, participants are introduced to methods and approach to identify EEG signatures, utilize brain-analysis software, and connect this data to pathologies and patient symptoms. Whether one is just starting out, needs a refresher, or needs to deepen their fundamental understanding of EEG and QEEG, this program is for them. Case studies are welcome.*EEG is a technique for recording the brain's electrical activity, while QEEG is a computational analysis of EEG data, offering quantitative insights into brain functioning. The quantitative nature of QEEG can help researchers and clinicians identify patterns and anomalies in brain activity, which can be useful for diagnosing and understanding various neurological and psychological conditions.

To be held Mondays, August 18 through October 27, 2025. 10 sessions = 10 CE Credits for MAXIMUM attendance, live delivery ONLY (virtual). CE credits are available only for completing the entire course. One must be present for the entirety of each of the 10 sessions

Full details and registration link available here: https://aapb.org/2025_School_of_Neurotherapy_EEG_for_Beginners

07/19/2025

🧠 Revisiting the Definition of "Rhythmic" in EEG: A Dynamic Approach ⚡️
The term "rhythmic" has been central to EEG interpretation for decades, especially with the discovery of alpha rhythms and spike-and-wave complexes in conditions like childhood absence epilepsy. However, the ambiguity surrounding its definition has led to confusion in clinical practice, especially when distinguishing between rhythmic and periodic EEG patterns.

A recent article delves into these distinctions, proposing a more dynamic approach to defining rhythmic EEG patterns, particularly in the context of seizures and status epilepticus (SE). The key difference is the spatiotemporal evolution of patterns observed in seizures versus the more monomorphic, periodic activity seen in encephalopathies.

Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clinph.2024.12.024

So Many Luminaries Among Us! Visit the AAPB Human Library to Learn More...It's time for AAPB to shine a spotlight on the...
07/18/2025

So Many Luminaries Among Us! Visit the AAPB Human Library to Learn More...

It's time for AAPB to shine a spotlight on the scientists and practitioners of the self-regulation intervention and ensure the world is better acquainted with their work. The AAPB Human Library showcases those individuals who have contributed to the science and practice of applied psychophysiology and biofeedback, those who have made significant contributions to the advancement of brain/body/mental health or to AAPB itself.

Women have been historically underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematic (STEM) fields. The Women in the Science of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback section of the AAPB Human Library is dedicated to our "barrier breakers." Our intention is to celebrate and honor the empowering stories of those women who have paved the way for future generations. AAPB honors all women’s accomplishments in scientific progress, science leadership, science policy, science communication, and student mentorship.

Learn more about Dr. Sigrún Þóra Sveinsdóttir here:
https://aapb.org/Sigrun_Pora_Sveinsdottir

07/16/2025

Our Neurofeedback equipment and training program will provide the tools needed to become a Neurofeedback provider. The advanced technology... READ MORE

07/11/2025

Medicaid is the largest single payer of behavioral health services in the United States. The recently passed "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" cuts Medicaid funding by $1 trillion over 10 years, jeopardizing health insurance for millions of Americans.

Read a joint statement from APA and several other organizations dedicated to protecting and expanding access to mental health and substance use disorder care: https://at.apa.org/fl9

AAPB Virtual Presentation: Using Kubios Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for HRV and HRV Biofeedback AnalysesPresented by Ri...
07/06/2025

AAPB Virtual Presentation: Using Kubios Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for HRV and HRV Biofeedback Analyses

Presented by Richard Gevirtz, PhD

Date: Friday, August 1, 2025

Time:
1 pm to 2:30 pm Eastern
12 pm to 1:30 pm Central
11 am to 12:30 pm Mountain
10 am to 11:30 am Pacific
(1.5 CE Credits available for full participation)

About this Presentation
In this webinar, we will explore the metrics for analyzing short term HRV during baseline sessions and subsequently during training sessions. We will explore the many screens and metrics available on the free Kubios version (Scientific Lite) and compare that to the premium version (Scientific).

Learn more and register here: https://aapb.org/meetinginfo.php?id=50&ts=1750206108

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AAPB Virtual Educational Presentation: Monitoring changes in the prefrontal cortex using the EZPIR pIR HEG system and in...
07/02/2025

AAPB Virtual Educational Presentation: Monitoring changes in the prefrontal cortex using the EZPIR pIR HEG system and infrared imaging

Presented by: Jeffrey A. Carmen, PhD

Date: Friday, July 18, 2025

Time:
1 pm to 2:30 pm Eastern
12 pm to 1:30 pm Central
11 am to 12:30 pm Mountain
10 am to 11:30 am Pacific

About this Presentation
Individuals attending this session will learn about the physiological mechanisms underlying pIR HEG, infrared imaging and other easy-to-use procedures as mechanisms for monitoring changes in activity of the prefrontal cortex. This presentation is 100% focused on clinical application.

Learn more and register here: https://aapb.org/meetinginfo.php?id=49&ts=1750377864

2025 AAPB Distinguished Scientist Award: Mara Mather, PhDThe AAPB Distinguished Scientist Award is presented annually “i...
06/27/2025

2025 AAPB Distinguished Scientist Award: Mara Mather, PhD

The AAPB Distinguished Scientist Award is presented annually “in recognition of an outstanding career and scientific contribution to the field of applied psychophysiology and biofeedback.” This award recognizes a scientist who has advanced biofeedback through a significant body of research, as judged by publications, awards and peer reviews, and has made a major impact upon the field of study, nationally and/or internationally. Nominees must hold a doctoral degree in a psychology, biomedical science, medicine, or other health-related field. Recipients are selected based on the following evaluation criteria:

• Scientific importance of research discoveries
• Mentorship of students, postdoctoral fellows, and new faculty
• Continued impact on the field

This year’s honoree Dr. Mara Mather presented Effects of Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback on Emotion Brain Networks and on Blood Biomarkers of Alzheimer’s Disease at the 55th Annual Scientific Meeting in San Diego on May 17, 2025.

Mara Mather is Professor of Gerontology, Psychology and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Southern California. Together with her lab members and research collaborators, she has conducted innovative work on the critical role of the noradrenergic system in cognition and aging, how emotion and emotional arousal affect cognition, and how inducing heart rate oscillatory activity benefits emotional brain networks and the aging brain. Her current research mission is to use physiological interventions to slow brain aging. She has received the Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contribution to Psychology from the American Psychological Association, a National Institutes of Health K02 Career Development award, an Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Research Fellowship and a Max Planck Sabbatical Award. She received her Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from Princeton University and completed her undergraduate degree and postdoctoral training at Stanford University.

Following last night’s AAPB Virtual presentation, “Interoception as Intervention,” presented by Nate Ewigman, PhD, MPH, ...
06/27/2025

Following last night’s AAPB Virtual presentation, “Interoception as Intervention,” presented by Nate Ewigman, PhD, MPH, BCB, we are inspired to recommend learning more about the work of Bud Craig, a prominent neuroscientist known for his significant contributions to the understanding of the brain's pain pathways and the neuroscience of emotion. Craig's multifaceted contributions have had a profound impact on neuroscience, particularly in understanding the complexities of pain perception and the interconnectedness of body and brain processes.

Here are some highlights of his work:

Discovery of the Anterior Cingulate Cortex (ACC) Function: Craig's research has illuminated the role of the ACC in processing pain and emotional responses. He proposed that the ACC is integral in connecting sensory pain information to emotional and cognitive aspects of pain perception.

Visceral Pain Research: He has extensively studied the neural mechanisms of visceral pain, which involves pain originating from internal organs. His work has provided insights into how the brain encodes and interprets visceral pain, illustrating its complexity compared to somatic pain.

Homologous Brain Structures: Craig's investigation into homology—particularly how similar structures in different species perform similar functions—has enhanced understanding of pain perception evolutionarily, bridging gaps between human and animal models.

Interoception: He coined the term "interoception," which refers to the sense of the physiological condition of the body. His research in this area has shown its significance in emotional regulation and various psychological conditions.

Brain-Body Interaction: Craig has contributed to the understanding of how the brain integrates signals from the body, particularly in the context of pain, leading to a better understanding of pain management and therapeutic targets for chronic pain conditions.

Diverse Modalities of Pain: His work has also focused on differentiating between various types of pain, including acute, chronic, and neuropathic pain, as well as their corresponding neural pathways and mechanisms of action.

Role in Emotion and Behavior: Beyond pain, Craig's research has explored how the brain processes emotions and how these emotions can influence perceptions of pain, highlighting the interconnection between physical sensations and emotional experiences.

Craig's multifaceted contributions have had a profound impact on neuroscience, particularly in understanding the complexities of pain perception and the interconnectedness of body and brain processes.

06/26/2025

Thought Technology's Casino Run/Skin Conductance Experiment at AAPB 2025:

Poker players can't hide their "tells" with ThoughTech's eVu-TPS! Several participants faced off in a poker competition while their skin conductance responses were projected to the audience, revealing both players emotional reactions to their own cards and to those of their opponents - a great illustration of our subconscious physiological reactions to stress!

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/kThqcbwp2is

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