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By measuring the brain-electrical impulses of autistic children, researchers are studying whether under-active mirror neurons can be trained to respond in a more socially adaptive way.

“Incorporating this type of complex and multi-channel data into our research programs allows us to expand those programs in exciting ways, complementing more traditional research methods,” Wayment said.

“There are many different ways two different people with similar mental health issues, conditions or diagnoses can receive treatment,” Kalvelage said. “One treatment might be effective for one person, and it might not be effective for the other. One of the important things we’re doing in this study is researching an avenue that can be used by someone who has tried everything else. All the other treatments they found might not work, but maybe neurofeedback does.”

“My team thinks about northern Arizona as a memory care desert,” Cerino said. “Access to memory care clinics where you can get a proper diagnosis is hard to come by, with the nearest clinic being in Prescott. We travel to rural community centers and give free brain health workshops and cognitive screenings to understand the potential risks of cognitive impairment. We also provide those affected with referral information and tangible tips and tricks to promote brain health at