Keywords

Standardization, Normative database, Error-related negativity (ERN), Error positivity (Pe), Event-related potentials (ERPs)

Abstract

We suggest that a large data set for the error-related negativity (ERN) and error positivity (Pe) components of the scalp-recorded event-related brain potential (ERP) recently published as normative is not ready for such use in research and, especially, clinical application. Such efforts are challenged by an incomplete understanding of the functional significance of between-person differences in amplitudes and of nuisance factors that contribute to amplitude differences, a lack of standardization of methods, and the use of a convenience sample for the potentially normative database. To move ERPs toward standardization and useful norms, we encourage more research on the meaning of differences in ERN scores, including factors that influence between- and within- person variation, and the dissemination of protocols for data collection and processing.

Original Publication Citation

Clayson, P.E., Kappenman, E.S., Gehring, W.J., Miller, G.A., & Larson, M.J. (in press). A commentary on establishing norms for error-related brain activity during the arrow flanker task among young adults. Neuroimage.

Document Type

Peer-Reviewed Article

Publication Date

2021-03-04

Publisher

Elsevier

Language

English

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Psychology

University Standing at Time of Publication

Full Professor

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