Korean J Biol Psychiatry.  2016 Aug;23(3):102-107. 10.0000/kjbp.2016.23.3.102.

Electroencephalography of Learning and Memory

• Jeon H
• Lee SH

• KMID: 2351425
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.0000/kjbp.2016.23.3.102

Abstract

This review will summarize EEG studies of learning and memory based on frequency bands including theta waves (4-7 Hz), gamma waves (> 30 Hz) and alpha waves (7-12 Hz). Authors searched and reviewed EEG papers especially focusing on learning and memory from PubMed. Theta waves are associated with acquisition of new information from stimuli. Gamma waves are connected with comparing and binding old information in preexisting memory and new information from stimuli. Alpha waves are linked with attention. Eventually it mediates the learning and memory process. Although EEG studies of learning and memory still have controversial issues, the future EEG studies will facilitate clinical benefits by virtue of more developed and encouraging prospects.

Keyword

EEG; Learning; Memory

MeSH Terms

Electroencephalography*
Learning*
Memory*
Virtues