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IntroductionAll mental functioning involves an element of cortical (neuronal) arousal, that is, the alertness of the brain. The degree of the brain’s arousal dramatically affects how well a particular function can be performed. For instance, it is almost impossible to pay attention if the brain is producing an excess of alpha or theta brain waves (Oken & Salinsky, 1992), just as it’s difficult to fall asleep with a high beta to alpha ratio (alert mind)...

Mind Alive BlogTuesday, October 2, 2012 Activity in the brain is often measured by observing and recording “brainwaves” which are rhythmic or repetitive neural activity. Brainwaves can be observed using a technology called Electroencephalography (EEG) which measures electrical brainwave activity along the scalp. Brainwaves are categorized by frequency with each category having different positive and negative effects, depending on your current and desired level of arousal or alertness. Brainwaves indicate both the level and type of arousal in a part of the...

Mind Alive BlogMonday, June 25, 2012 Sneak Peek Inside the Mind (Part II) Last week I assisted Mind Alive CEO, Dave Siever, with the administration of an Electroencephalography (EEG).  I was amazed to see the wave patterns unfolding on the screen in front of me, but now that Dave has processed the raw data through the analyzing software, I am even more amazed at what we are able to see. The image below shows an example of the...

Mind Alive BlogMonday, June 11, 2012 Have you ever wondered what could possibly be going on inside your head? We all have different strengths and weaknesses, but many people spend their lives struggling with certain cognitive tasks, physical activities, or social interactions, never knowing the cause of the challenges they face. What if someone could simply look inside your brain and tell you where your trouble is coming from? Sometimes the solution is as simple as...

Mind Alive BlogFriday, June 8, 2012 Dave Siever, President of Mind Alive Inc. Last weekend, Mind Alive Inc. had the pleasure of hosting several honored guests from across Canada, some travelling from as far as Nova Scotia, to attend our two-day seminar on Neurophysiology & Stimulation Technologies.  Some of the topics included neurobiology & disorders of the mind, heart rate & meditation, EEG & QEEG interpretation, brain mapping, cognition and behavior.  Our guests got the...