Journal of Undergraduate Research
Keywords
multiple sclerosis, brain waves. central nervous system, cognitive impairments
College
Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Department
Psychology
Abstract
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the central nervous system. Studies show that 40-70% of individuals with MS have cognitive impairments in memory, executive functioning, attention, and processing speed (Rogers and Panegyres, 2007). Quantitative Electroencephalographic peak alpha frequency (PAF) is used to measure physiological markers of cognitive performance between healthy and clinical individuals. High peak alpha frequency is a measurement of spectral density within 8-12 Hz and has been associated with cognitive preparedness and may be an indicator of cognitive functioning (Angelakis and Lubar, 2004). This project attempts to describe the relationship between Quantitative Electroencephalographic (qEEG) peak alpha, and its relationship with scores on the PASAT, a test used to measure attention, working memory, and processing speed, in individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
Recommended Citation
Nickle, Tyler and Hopkins, Dr. Ramona
(2013)
"Multiple Sclerosis and Brain Waves: Degree of Impact,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013:
Iss.
1, Article 548.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/548