brain waves

Brain waves are the electrical impulses behind our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

• Delta 1-4Hz

  Delta waves are the slowest wave length. They occur during deep, dreamless, and restorative sleep. An abundance of delta waves when a person is awake can be indicative of learning disabilities, ADHD, and difficulty focusing. It is also a marker for traumatic brain injury, gut inflammation, and other physiological dysregulations.

• Theta 4-8Hz

  Theta waves are another slow wave length present in sleep like or meditative states. They are the gateway to imagination, creativity, intuition, and memory. Excessive theta waves in waking states can be described as feeling “brain fog,” with difficulty focusing, paying attention, and processing information.

• Alpha 8-12Hz

  Alpha waves are the idling state of the brain. They represent a calm, relaxed, and coordinated resting state. An imbalance of alpha in the two hemispheres of the brain can result in anxiety or depression.

• Beta 13-19Hz

  Beta waves are fast waves. This range involves focused brain activity, such as problem solving or actively engaging with our environment.

  13-15Hz is known as sensorimotor rhythm (or SMR), these waves have been shown to be very beneficial in reducing anxiety, increasing motivation and focus, and promoting an overall feeling of balance.

• Hi Beta 20-30hz

  Hi-Beta waves are the fastest in the beta range. They are seen during highly complex, rapid thought including states of excitement. Excessive hi beta may contribute to high anxiety, migraines, and insomnia.