Neurobit Lite built-in neurofeedback protocols

Protocol

Location of the head electrode

Simplified* formula of the target variable

Reinforced band (Hz)

Suppressed band (Hz)‡

Default session duration (min.)

Range of effects

Remarks

Depth

C_Z or P_Z

relative† level in high Theta / low Alpha band

6-9

3-5.5

45

• deep relaxation
• mind/body integration
• self-regulation
• well-being
• meditation
• hypnagogic imagery

Especially good, when you fill exhausted or disregulated. Session is done with closed eyes, maybe additionally covered with hand; or in dimmed place. You can lie down. Good time may be the middle of daily activity. The same protocol can also be helpful in classical meditation.

Alpha-theta

P_Z or C_Z

relative levels in Alpha and Theta bands (two target variables)

5.5-8,
8-11

3-5.5

45

• visualization
• meditation
• creativity
• enhanced art performance
• inner awareness
• access to normally unconscious contents
• recovery from trauma or addictions
• mind/body integration

Session is done with closed eyes, usually reclining or with meditative posture. Recommended in periods, when you face some psychological challenge. Or regularly, for better performance and/or as a support for meditation.

Relax

P_Z or C_PZ

relative level of the Alpha waves

8-11

-

30

• general mental relaxation
• immunity to stress
• reduction in stress effects
• freedom from fear
• creativity
• memory

Best in the afternoon. Session is done with closed eyes. Recommended especially, when you are feeling burn out, overloaded, you are experiencing "races of thoughts", you are feeling anxious or annoyed. Also when you face creative challenges.

Focus

P_Z or C_PZ

relative level of waves from the upper Alpha subband

10-13

-

15

• concentration (focus)
• psychological endurance
• freedom from fear and stage fright
• self-confidence
• self-awareness
• memory
• response time

Particularly adequate before public speeches, important meetings, sports achievements. (Also recommended for situations aforementioned for the Relax protocol.)

Peak

C_Z, C_PZ or C₄

relative level of SMR waves

12-15

-

10

• psychophysical integration
• emotional intelligence
• sensual sensitivity
• response time
• precision
• self-control
• bright mood

Recommended among other things before negotiations, as well as artistic performances, for improvement in mood and interpersonal relations.

Attention

C_Z or C_PZ

quotient of the SMR and the Theta levels

12-15

4-8

10

• attention
• reduction of the number of errors
• perceptiveness
• efficiency of learning
• making decisions.

Good especially for learning or study, or before long periods of driving.

Energy

C₃

relative level in 15..18Hz band

15-18

-

6

• alertness
• attention
• energy
• clarity
• concentration on surroundings

Best in the morning, when a lot of matters await you.

Monitor

C_Z or other site

relative levels in 4 brainwave bands

4-8
8-12
12-15
15-28

45

Protocol intended for brainwave monitoring in 4 basic EEG bands: Theta, Alpha, SMR (Beta1) and Beta (Beta2-4). It detects and signals a dominant brainwave band.