APPLIED PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGY AND BIOFEEDBACK 是一本国际性的跨学科期刊，致力于研究生理系统、认知、社会和环境参数以及健康之间的相互关系。优先考虑原始研究、基础研究和应用研究，这有助于应用心理生理学和生物反馈的理论、实践和评估。也欢迎投稿以供考虑在期刊中出现的几个附加部分。它们由概念和理论文章组成；评价性评论；临床论坛，包括创新案例研究、临床复制系列、扩展治疗方案以及临床笔记和观察的不同类别；讨论论坛，其中包括一系列围绕该领域重要主题的论文；仪器仪表的创新；致编辑的信函，评论该期刊之前发表的文章中提出的问题；并选择书评。应用心理生理学和生物反馈是应用心理生理学和生物反馈协会的官方出版物。

Applied Psychophysiology Biofeedback is an international interdisciplinary journal dedicated to exploring the interrelationships between physiological systems, cognition, social and environmental factors, and health. The journal prioritizes original research, foundational studies, and applied research that contribute to the theory, practice, and evaluation of applied psychophysiology and biofeedback. Additionally, it welcomes submissions for several supplementary sections, including conceptual and theoretical articles, evaluative reviews, clinical forums featuring innovative case studies, clinical replication series, extended treatment protocols, and various categories of clinical notes and observations; discussion forums with papers on significant topics in the field; innovations in instrumentation; letters to the editor addressing issues raised in previously published articles; and selected book reviews. Applied Psychophysiology Biofeedback is the official publication of the Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback.

《Applied Psychophysiology Biofeedback》是一本国际跨学科期刊，专注于研究生理系统、认知、社会和环境因素与健康之间的相互关系。期刊优先考虑原始研究、基础研究和应用研究，这些研究有助于应用心理生理学和生物反馈的理论、实践和评估。此外，期刊也欢迎投稿的附加部分，包括概念和理论文章、评价性评论、临床论坛（涵盖创新案例研究、临床复制系列、扩展治疗方案以及临床笔记和观察的不同类别）、讨论论坛（围绕该领域重要主题的论文）、仪器仪表的创新、致编辑的信函（评论之前发表的文章中提出的问题）以及书评。《Applied Psychophysiology Biofeedback》是应用心理生理学和生物反馈协会的官方出版物。

Applied Psychophysiology Biofeedback

Collapsed or slouching posture has been associated with negative health outcomes such as pain, depression, and overall stress ratings as well as declines in general health, emotional well-being, and energy/fatigue levels. Currently, wearable devices and accompanying smartphone applications (apps) can provide feedback about shifting posture (e.g., erect vs. collapsed or slouching positions), as well as provide suggestions that support positive posture awareness. This study investigates the effect of a wearable 'UpRight' posture-feedback device on self-reports of pain, mood, and performance in comparison to a non-treatment control group. 56 Student participants filled out the SF-36 RAND Health Survey at the beginning and end of the 4-week study. The treatment group (n = 13) used a wearable device for at least 15 min per day, for 4 weeks, while a matched comparison group (n = 13) participated without the device over the same period. Evaluations before and after the 4 weeks included the SF-36, as well as qualitative descriptions of their experiences. The treatment group significantly improved on the SF-36 measures of physical functioning, emotions, energy/fatigue, confidence and overall stress ratings, as well as on subjective ratings of neck and back posture as compared to the control group. The wearable biofeedback device positively influenced awareness of neck and back posture, as well as key measures on the RAND SF-36 Health Survey. This study provides preliminary support that a wearable posture feedback device is a useful tool to teach posture awareness and improve well-being.

Richard H Harvey

Erik Peper

Lauren Mason

Monica Joy

Applied psychophysiology and biofeedback

Appl Psychophysiol Biofeedback

Effect of Posture Feedback Training on Health.

姿势反馈训练对健康的影响。

Brainwave Entrainment (BWE) is a noninvasive method of neuromodulation based on the principle that auditory or visual stimulation at a specific frequency can lead the brain's electrocortical activity to oscillate at the frequency of the external signal or its multiples. This phenomenon could be used to alter physiological and psychological states. Therefore, we conducted an integrative review to answer the question: "What are the observed benefits of BWE on human health and well-being?" We searched for studies published in the last ten years in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), EMBASE, Virtual Health Library (BVS), PubMed, SciELO, and Cochrane Library databases in April 2024. Searches were conducted in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. A total of 84 studies were included in our review. Studies showed improvements in various conditions, such as pain, sleep disturbances, mood disorders, cognition, and neurodegenerative disorders. In conclusion, our findings align with previous reviews and underscore the need for further research on BWE, particularly with larger sample sizes, robust control groups, and randomized clinical trial designs. Nevertheless, BWE demonstrates promising therapeutic potential and may support the management of various health conditions, enhancing individuals' quality of life.

Francisco J Cidral-Filho

Patrick Porter

Nathalia Nahas Donatello

Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback

An Integrative Review of Brainwave Entrainment Benefits for Human Health

脑波同步对人类健康的综合效益综述

The EEG theta band displays distinct roles in resting and task states. Low resting theta and transient increases in frontal-midline (fm) theta power during tasks are associated with better cognitive control, such as error monitoring. ADHD can disrupt this balance, resulting in high resting theta linked to drowsiness and low fm-theta activity associated with reduced cognitive abilities. Theta/beta ratio (TBR) neurofeedback aims to normalize resting state activity by downregulating theta, which could potentially unfavorably affect task-related fm-theta. This study examines the TBR neurofeedback's impact on both resting and fm-theta activity, hypothesizing that remission depends on these effects. We analyzed data from a multi-center, double-blind randomized controlled trial with 142 children with ADHD and high TBR (ICAN study). Participants were randomized into experimental or sham NF groups. EEG measurements were taken at rest and during an Oddball task before and after neurofeedback, assessing global electrodes for resting theta and fm electrodes during error dynamics. Post-intervention changes were calculated as differences, and ANOVAs were conducted on GROUP, REMISSION, and CONDITION variables. Final analysis included fewer participants for all analyses. Resting state analysis showed no significant effects on global or fm-theta after TBR neurofeedback. Error dynamics analysis was inconclusive for global and fm-theta in both remitters and non-remitters. Results suggest that the current TBR neurofeedback protocol did not reduce aberrant resting state theta, and emphasize the need for refined protocols targeting specific theta-band networks to reduce resting-state theta without affecting fm-theta related to cognitive control.

Stefanie Enriquez-Geppert

Jaroslav Krc

Hanneke van Dijk

Roger J. deBeus

L. Eugene Arnold

Martijn Arns

Theta/Beta Ratio Neurofeedback Effects on Resting and Task-Related Theta Activity in Children with ADHD

Theta/Beta比值神经反馈对注意缺陷多动障碍儿童静息状态及任务相关Theta活动的效应

Hypnotherapy is increasingly recognized as an effective treatment option for a wide range of psychological conditions and the psychological elements of physiologic health concerns. Despite its growing use, the mechanisms underlying hypnotherapy's therapeutic benefits remain unknown. Heart rate variability (HRV), a non-invasive biomarker of autonomic nervous system (ANS) activity and other processes relevant to the psychophysiological stress response, has been used to study the physiological effects of hypnosis. HRV is associated with adaptability to stress and overall mental and physical health. We review how HRV changes during hypnosis treatment and propose mechanisms by which hypnotherapy influences the stress response and psychological flexibility and improves wellbeing. Additionally, we highlight the use of HRV biofeedback as an adjunct to hypnotherapy and psychotherapy and illustrate its potential to enhance therapeutic outcomes. To showcase practical applications, we present a case study of hypnotherapy's impact on HRV in the treatment of hot flashes in post-menopausal women. We conclude by calling for further empirical research, particularly randomized controlled trials, to solidify the integration of HRV metrics in hypnotherapy practice. Understanding the interaction between hypnotherapy and HRV will support more targeted and effective interventions, benefiting both clinicians and patients.

Victor Julian Padilla

Katherine Scheffrahn

Vanessa Muñiz

Tierney K. Lorenz

Gary Elkins

Heart Rate Variability, Hypnosis, and Psychotherapy

心率变异性、催眠与心理治疗

Recovery is a critical factor in athletic performance, and accelerating this process is essential to enable athletes to perform more effectively in both training load and competitive performance. After exercise, immediate recovery is potentially helpful for investigating autonomic activity levels, as they are definable with heart rate variability (HRV). The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of ten sessions of HRV-Biofeedback (HRV-BF) training on recovery process parameters after the aerobic performance. In this study, twenty-four soccer players aged 18-24 volunteered to participate. The athletes who met the research criteria were divided into an experimental group (n = 12) and a control group (n = 12). Each participant's height, weight, BMI, body fat percentage, and aerobic capacity were measured before and after the 10-session intervention. The experimental group participated in a 10-session HRV-BF training and soccer training program, while the control group only participated in a 10-session soccer training program. Aerobic capacity tests were then applied again to experimental and control group participants. The effect of biofeedback on the three HRV parameters during the 5-minute acute recovery period after the test was investigated. The results showed that regularly applied HRV-BF training can significantly shorten the HRV recovery parameter after exercise. Specifically, the athletes who performed HRV-BF training demonstrated faster cardiovascular recovery after aerobic exercise. This suggests that implementing HRV-BF training for athletes can significantly accelerate their recovery processes during and after competitions. Given recent technological advancements, it is promising to consider adding HRV-BF training to stress management interventions, particularly in relation to physiological stress indicators.

Esin Yılmaz

Abdurrahman Aktop

Aylin Abdioğlu

Tuba Melekoğlu

Mert Nalbant

The Effect of Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback on Recovery After Aerobic Exercise

有氧运动后心率变异性生物反馈对恢复的影响

Hormonal shifts during the menstrual cycle (MC) cause autonomic imbalances and psycho-physiological distress in eumenorrheic females. This present study reveals that yoga proactively improves the overall psychophysiological health and wellness in eumenorrheic female college students during different phases of MC. Healthy eumenorrheic female college students (Mage= 20.11 ± 5.39 years, n = 82) were randomized to a control and yoga group (n = 41). A well-conceptualized yoga module (CYM) for 5 days/week for 3 months (1 h daily in the morning) was practiced by the yoga group volunteers. Intra and intergroup comparisons were performed for the estimation of mindfulness awareness scale (MAAS), menstrual distress questionnaire (MDQ), cardiometabolic risk factors, heart rate variability (HRV), and endurance fitness during the luteal (LP) and follicular (FP) phases. Psychophysiological discomforts before CYM practice were mostly observed during LP compared to FP due to significant changes in mindfulness, pain, concentration, autonomic reactivity, negative affect, double product (DoP), rate pressure product (RPP), and HRV values. CYM practice influenced HRV parameters for an increase in parasympathetic activity and a decrease in sympathetic balance for better cardiac-autonomic functioning, with significant improvement in maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max) and physical work capacity (PWC170). Accordingly, MAAS and MDQ scores also improved significantly after yogic practice. The intra-group and inter-group significant improvements in psychophysiological parameters through CYM practice are relevant in eumenorrheic females to perform effectively throughout their MC period, by improving MC distress and sympathovagal (LF/HF) balance.

Sudeep Mitra

Mousumi Mitra

Mantu Saha

Dilip Kumar Nandi

Yoga for Psychophysiological Wellbeing during Menstrual Phases in Eumenorrheic Females

瑜伽对月经周期中女性心理生理健康的益处

Abbreviation	Appl Psychophysiol Biofeedback
Journal Impact	2.23
Quartiles(Global)	PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL(Q2)

ISSN	1090-0586, 1573-3270
h-index	75

Publication Information	Publisher: Springer New York，Publishing cycle: 4 issues per year，Journal Type: journal，Open Access Journals: No
Basic data	Year of publication: 1997，Proportion of original research papers: 86.11%，Self Citation Rate:9.10%， Gold OA Rate: 27.72%

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Effect of Posture Feedback Training on Health.

An Integrative Review of Brainwave Entrainment Benefits for Human Health

Theta/Beta Ratio Neurofeedback Effects on Resting and Task-Related Theta Activity in Children with ADHD

Heart Rate Variability, Hypnosis, and Psychotherapy

The Effect of Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback on Recovery After Aerobic Exercise

An Integrative Review of Brainwave Entrainment Benefits for Human Health

Theta/Beta Ratio Neurofeedback Effects on Resting and Task-Related Theta Activity in Children with ADHD

The Effect of Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback on Recovery After Aerobic Exercise

Heart Rate Variability, Hypnosis, and Psychotherapy

Yoga for Psychophysiological Wellbeing during Menstrual Phases in Eumenorrheic Females