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==Gamma Waves== | ==Gamma Waves== | ||
A gamma wave is a pattern of neural oscillation in humans with a frequency between 25 and 100 Hz, though 40 Hz is typical.According to a popular theory, gamma waves may be implicated in creating the unity of conscious perception. <ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamma_wave Gamma Wave]</ref> | A gamma wave is a pattern of neural oscillation in humans with a frequency between 25 and 100 Hz, though 40 Hz is typical.According to a popular theory, gamma waves may be implicated in creating the unity of conscious perception. <ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamma_wave Gamma Wave]</ref> | ||
These are involved in higher processing tasks as well as cognitive functioning. Gamma waves are important for learning, memory and information processing. It is thought that the 40 Hz gamma wave is important for the binding of our senses in regards to perception and are involved in learning new material. It has been found that individuals who are mentally challenged and have learning disabilities tend to have lower gamma activity than average. | |||
* Frequency range: 40 Hz to 100 Hz (Highest) | |||
* Too much: Anxiety, high arousal, stress | |||
* Too little: ADHD, depression, learning disabilities | |||
* Optimal: Binding senses, cognition, information processing, learning, perception, REM sleep | |||
* Increase gamma waves: Meditation | |||
==Theta Waves== | ==Theta Waves== | ||