Stress Response During Cognitive Tasks Using EEGs
Author Information
Author(s): Vergara Kristine, Khalil Mohammad, George Kiran
Primary Institution: California State University Fullerton
Hypothesis
Older adult participants who engage in memory games will exhibit varied stress responses based on the difficulty levels of the tasks.
Conclusion
The study suggests a correlation between increased task difficulty and elevated brain wave activity, indicating heightened stress responses during more challenging cognitive tasks.
Supporting Evidence
- Engaging in cognitive tasks may have positive effects on the mental well-being of older adults.
- Preliminary analysis indicates a correlation between task difficulty and stress responses.
Takeaway
Older people playing harder memory games might feel more stressed, and we measured this using brain waves.
Methodology
EEG readings were collected during memory game sessions using the g.Nautilus Research headset.
Limitations
The study is preliminary and based on a small sample size.
Participant Demographics
Participants were aged 65 and above.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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