title: Working Memory and Neurofeedback.
abstract: Impairments in working memory are typically associated with impairments in other cognitive faculties such as attentional processes and short-term memory. This paper briefly introduces neurofeedback as a treatment modality in general, and, more specifically, we review several of the current modalities successfully used in neurofeedback (NF) for the treatment of working memory deficits. Two case studies are presented to illustrate how neurofeedback is applied in treatment. The development of Low Resolution Electromagnetic Tomography (LORETA) and its application in neurofeedback now makes it possible to specifically target deep cortical/subcortical brain structures. Developments in neuroscience concerning neural networks, combined with highly specific yet practical NF technologies, makes neurofeedback of particular interest to neuropsychological practice, including the emergence of specific methodologies for treating very difficult working memory (WM) problems.
authors.affiliation: a Private Practice , Park Ridge , Illinois.
authors.forename: Eric
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: YuLeung To
authors.affiliation: b Private Practice , Evergreen Park , Illinois.
authors.forename: Kathy
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Abbott
authors.affiliation: c Private Practice , Memphis , Tennessee.
authors.forename: Dale S
authors.initials: DS
authors.lastname: Foster
authors.affiliation: d Private Practice , Saskatoon , Saskatchewan.
authors.forename: D'Arcy
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Helmer
mesh_terms: D001288:Attention / Q000502:physiology*; D001921:Brain / Q000503:physiopathology; D001931:Brain Mapping; D002648:Child; D004569:Electroencephalography / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008569:Memory Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis; D008570:Memory, Short-Term / Q000502:physiology*; D058765:Neurofeedback / Q000502:physiology*
keywords: neurofeedback; neuropsychology; working memory