An improved method and system for performing a sequence of neurofeedback and cognitive training in a neurofeedback training session

Abstract

A method and a system of optimizing a neurofeedback training session are presented. The neurofeedback training session includes an alternating sequence of neurofeedback training periods and cognitive tasks to be performed by a user on a computer device. An EEG signal is obtained from electrodes worn on the user’s head during the neurofeedback training periods and during the cognitive tasks, the EEG signal including, amongst others, alpha waves and beta waves. A relative power is determined based on at least an alpha power of the alpha waves and a beta power of the beta waves. One or more characteristics of the relative power over time are determined during the neurofeedback training periods and during the cognitive tasks. A duration of the neurofeedback training periods and / or the cognitive tasks are set based on the one or more characteristics. Fig. 17