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Your Brain Explained

Your Brain, Made Simple.

Discover how each region of your brain works, what brainwave patterns reveal, and what symptoms to watch for — all explained in plain, simple language.

Explore Brain Lobes

Your brain is divided into four main lobes, each with specialized jobs. Here’s what each one does.

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Select a lobe above to learn what it does and what signs may indicate it needs support.

Brain Lobe

Frontal Lobe

The Command Center

The frontal lobe sits at the front of your brain and acts as your personal executive — overseeing decision-making, planning, focus, emotional regulation, and movement. Think of it as the CEO of your brain, making sure everything runs smoothly and in order.

During your qEEG, we capture the electrical activity in your frontal lobe across all key brainwave frequencies. This data gives us — and our specialist analysts — a clear, detailed picture of how your frontal lobe is functioning and where it may need support.

Signs It May Be Out of Balance

Trouble focusing or staying on task
Impulsivity or acting without thinking
Mood swings and emotional dysregulation
Low motivation or drive
Poor organization and difficulty planning ahead
Difficulty finding words or speaking fluently
Trouble holding information in mind while using it
Inappropriate social responses or lack of empathy
Difficulty stopping unwanted thoughts or behaviors
Poor sense of time or always running late

Brain Lobe

Parietal Lobe

The Sensor and Mapper

Sitting at the top-back of your brain, the parietal lobe is your internal GPS and touch processor. It helps with spatial awareness, math, reading, coordination, and understanding where your body is in space.

During your qEEG, we measure the electrical activity in your parietal lobe across key brainwave frequencies examining how well it's processing sensory information and spatial signals. This helps us identify where communication breakdowns may be contributing to the symptoms you're experiencing.

Signs It May Be Out of Balance

Clumsiness or feeling uncoordinated
Trouble with math or numerical concepts
Difficulty following multi-step instructions
Poor sense of distance or spatial judgment
Trouble reading maps or navigating new places
Difficulty with reading comprehension
Oversensitivity or undersensitivity to touch or pain
Difficulty with handwriting
Attention gaps or neglecting one side of visual field

Brain Lobe

Temporal Lobe

The Librarian and Interpreter

Located on the sides of your brain just behind your ears, the temporal lobe is your memory center and language interpreter. It helps you understand what people say, store and retrieve important information, recognize faces and voices, and process emotional responses.

During your qEEG, we measure the electrical activity in your temporal lobe across key brainwave frequencies examining how well it's processing language, storing memories, and regulating emotional responses. This helps us identify where imbalances may be contributing to the symptoms you're experiencing.

Signs It May Be Out of Balance

Difficulty learning and retaining new information
Memory gaps or blackouts
Trouble following conversations
Sensitivity to sound or noise
Word-finding problems or losing train of thought
Difficulty recognizing familiar names and faces
Emotional numbness or feeling disconnected
Emotional overreactions or sudden mood shifts
Anxiety or depression
Deja vu experiences

Brain Lobe

Occipital Lobe

The Visual Processor

Located at the very back of your brain, the occipital lobe is dedicated entirely to vision. It processes everything you see — including colors, motion, shapes, and depth — turning raw visual data into the meaningful world you perceive.

During your qEEG, we measure the electrical activity in your occipital lobe across key brainwave frequencies examining how well it's processing and interpreting visual information. This helps us identify where imbalances may be contributing to the symptoms you're experiencing.

Signs It May Be Out of Balance

Blurry or distorted vision
Visual field loss or blind spots
Sensitivity to light
Seeing visual disturbances or patterns
Difficulty reading or tracking words on a page
Trouble recognizing faces or objects
Visual overwhelm in busy environments
Difficulty perceiving depth or distance
Trouble with hand-eye coordination
Headaches or migraines

Explore Brainwaves

There are seven types of waves that help your brain function. Here’s what each one does.

Delta

0.5 - 4 Hz | The Deep Restorer

Delta waves are the slowest of all brainwave frequencies and are most active during deep, dreamless sleep. They are essential for physical restoration, immune function, and the body's natural healing processes. Think of delta as your brain's overnight repair crew, quietly doing its most important work while you rest.

When in Balance:

Deep restorative sleep
Physical healing
Feeling genuinely rested and refreshed upon waking

Too Much (while awake):

Brain fog or mental sluggishness
Difficulty focusing or staying alert
Learning difficulties
Depression
Feeling disconnected or spaced out

Too Little:

Inability to reach deep sleep
Waking up unrefreshed
Persistent fatigue
Increased stress and anxiety
Poor physical recovery

Theta

4 – 8 Hz | The Dreamer and Creator

Theta waves sit just above delta, moving a little faster but still among the slower brainwave frequencies. They are most active during light sleep, deep relaxation, and the moments just before you fall asleep or wake up. Think of theta as your brain's daydream mode, where ideas flow freely and deep emotional processing happens beneath the surface.

When in Balance:

Deep relaxation
Creative flow
Vivid imagination
Emotional processing
Strong long-term memory

Too Much (while awake):

Daydreaming or difficulty staying present
ADHD-like symptoms
Mental cloudiness
Difficulty completing tasks
Emotional overwhelm

Too Little:

Difficulty relaxing or unwinding
Creative blocks
Poor memory consolidation
Anxiety or hypervigilance
Difficulty accessing emotions
Poor sleep quality

Alpha

8 – 12 Hz | The Bridge and Calm

Alpha waves sit in the middle of the brainwave spectrum, bridging the gap between the slower restorative waves below and the faster active waves above. They are most active when you are relaxed but awake, calm but aware. Think of alpha as your brain's idle state — the peaceful quiet between thinking and resting.

When in Balance:

Calm, focused alertness
Good listening skills
Ability to process information steadily without feeling rushed or overwhelmed

Too Much:

Difficulty staying motivated or engaged
Feeling overly relaxed or disconnected
Low energy
Difficulty transitioning into active thinking

Too Little:

Anxiety or racing thoughts
Difficulty relaxing
Chronic stress
Insomnia or difficulty falling asleep
Overthinking or rumination

Lβ

Lo Beta

Lβ

Lo Beta

12 – 15 Hz | The Calm Focuser

Low beta waves sit at the lower end of the beta spectrum, representing a state of calm, relaxed focus. They are most active during moments of quiet attentiveness, like reading, listening, or working through a problem without stress or urgency.

When in Balance:

Calm, focused alertness
Good listening skills
Ability to process information steadily without feeling rushed or overwhelmed

Too Much:

Difficulty making decisions
Low energy or mental fatigue
Mild anxiety or worry
Slow processing speed
Difficulty initiating tasks

Too Little:

Difficulty sustaining calm focus
Restlessness
Impulsivity
Trouble with reading or listening tasks
Easily overwhelmed by information

Beta

15 – 20 Hz | The Active Thinker

Beta waves are the workhorses of your waking brain. They are most active during moments of active engagement — solving problems, having conversations, or focusing on a task that requires mental effort. Think of beta as your brain in drive.

When in Balance:

Sharp focus
Active problem solving
Clear logical thinking
Good verbal communication
Ability to stay engaged and productive

Too Much:

Anxiety or feeling constantly on edge
Racing thoughts
Chronic stress
Irritability
Trouble falling asleep

Too Little:

Difficulty concentrating
Mental fatigue
Depression or low mood
Poor verbal communication
Difficulty processing information quickly

Hβ

Hi Beta

Hβ

Hi Beta

20 – 30 Hz | The Overthinker

High beta waves are the fastest of the beta frequencies, associated with intense mental activity, heightened alertness, and stress responses. Think of high beta as your brain's alarm system — useful in short bursts but exhausting when it won't turn off.

When in Balance:

Heightened alertness during genuinely demanding situations
Quick reflexes
Ability to respond effectively under pressure

Too Much:

Chronic anxiety or panic
Obsessive or intrusive thoughts
Hypervigilance
Emotional volatility
Insomnia
Physical tension or jaw clenching
Burnout

Too Little:

Difficulty responding to genuine threats
Lack of motivation
Emotional flatness
Poor reflexes
Difficulty with complex mental tasks

Gamma

30 – 100 Hz | The Peak Performer

Gamma waves are the fastest of all brainwave frequencies, associated with the highest levels of cognitive processing, perception, and consciousness. Think of gamma as your brain firing on all cylinders, connecting ideas and experiences into a unified whole.

When in Balance:

Peak cognitive performance
Heightened perception
Strong memory recall
Deep focus
Enhanced learning
Moments of clarity or insight

Too Much:

Anxiety or overstimulation
Sensory sensitivity
Racing thoughts
Difficulty filtering irrelevant information
Irritability

Too Little:

Difficulty learning and retaining information
Difficulty with complex thinking
Lack of mental clarity
Depression
Reduced sensory processing

Brainwave Findings by Region

Brainwave testing (qEEG) can reveal imbalances in specific brain regions called Brodmann Areas (BA). Here’s what those findings might mean for you.

Executive Function & Frontal Lobe Issues

These areas help with decision-making, focus, and emotional control – BA 8, 9, 47

Trouble focusing or finishing tasks
Acting without thinking (impulsive)
Easily distracted or zoning out
Feeling moody, anxious, or down
Trouble switching between tasks

Getting stuck in negative thoughts
Low motivation or lack of drive
Trouble making plans or staying organized
Difficulty understanding social cues
Trouble holding back emotions like anger or frustration

Attention & Motor Planning Problems

These regions help control movement, eye focus, and planning – BA 6, 8

Restlessness or feeling jittery
Eyes drifting when trying to focus
Difficulty staying on task or shifting focus
Feeling emotionally overwhelmed

Struggles with coordination
Mood swings or sensitivity to emotional triggers
Getting frustrated easily

Memory, Auditory, & Language Problems

These areas process sound, language, and memory – BA 20, 21, 47

Difficulty understanding or remembering what people say
Trouble following conversations in noisy settings
Slow to respond in conversations
Getting words mixed up or forgetting names
Trouble processing multiple instructions

Visual Processing & Spatial Awareness Problems

These parts of the brain help interpret what you see and how you move in space – BA 7, 18, 19

Difficulty reading (words move or get skipped)
Getting lost or struggling with directions
Trouble judging distances
Struggling with math or recognizing numbers
Being overwhelmed in visually busy settings
Trouble recognizing faces or letters

Emotional Regulation & Motivation Issues

These areas help regulate emotions and motivation – BA 24, 32

Feeling stuck or unmotivated
Feeling emotionally flat or overly sensitive
Difficulty managing stress or conflict
Trouble letting go of negative thoughts
Emotional ups and downs that are hard to control

Symptom Glossary

Medical terms can be confusing. Here’s every symptom explained in plain, everyday language so you can understand your symptoms

Abulia & A-motivational Syndromes Motivation

Lack of motivation or drive to do anything.

Agnosia Perception

Inability to recognize objects, sounds, or smells.

Anger Control Problems Emotional

Difficulty calming down or managing frustration.

Aphasia Language

Trouble speaking or understanding language.

Auditory Sequencing Problems Auditory

Difficulty understanding sounds in the correct order.

Blurred Vision Visual

Things look fuzzy or unclear.

Compulsive Thoughts or Behaviors Behavioral

Repeating certain thoughts or actions over and over.

Concentration Problems Attention

Hard to stay focused on a task or conversation.

Decreased Tactile or Skin Sensitivity Sensory

Reduced ability to feel touch or pain.

Delusional Perception

Strongly believing things that aren't true or based in reality.

Denial (R) Awareness

Not recognizing problems or symptoms (right side).

Depressed Emotional

Feeling low, sad, or unmotivated for long periods.

Deviation of the Eyes to the Ipsilateral Side Motor

Eyes may drift or not stay focused straight ahead.

Difficulty Resolving Conflict Social

Struggles settling disagreements or misunderstandings.

Difficulty with Social Cues (R) Social

Missing body language or tone of voice signals (right side).

Dyscalculia Cognitive

Trouble with math or numbers.

Dyslexia (L) Language

Difficulty reading or recognizing words (left side).

Easily Distracted Attention

Losing focus quickly, especially in noisy or busy environments.

Emotional Expressions (R) Emotional

Not showing or noticing emotions in facial expressions (right side).

Emotional Instability Emotional

Mood swings or being easily upset.

Executive Function Problems Cognitive

Trouble with planning, organizing, managing time, and controlling impulses.

Facial Recognition Problems Visual

Difficulty recognizing familiar faces.

Failure to Initiate Actions Motivation

Feeling stuck or unable to get started on tasks.

Fibromyalgia Sensory

Chronic pain, often with fatigue or sensitivity to touch.

Focus Issues Attention

General difficulty paying attention or staying on task.

Hyperactivity (R) Behavioral

Feeling very restless or overactive (especially on the right side).

Impaired Spatial Perception Perception

Difficulty understanding where things are in space.

Impaired Visual or Spatial Perception Visual

Trouble understanding what you see or where things are.

Impulsive Behavioral

Acting without thinking about the consequences.

Inability to Detect Errors Cognitive

Not noticing when you've made a mistake.

Inattention Attention

Frequently spacing out or not paying attention.

Insensitive to Others Social

Not picking up on how others feel.

Lack of Empathy Social

Trouble understanding or sharing how others feel.

Letter Perception Problems (L) Language

Can't recognize or differentiate letters easily (left side).

Low Motivation Motivation

Lack of energy or desire to do anything.

Migraines Sensory

Severe headaches often with nausea or light sensitivity.

Multitasking Problems Cognitive

Struggles doing more than one thing at a time.

Obsession Behavioral

Repetitive thoughts that are hard to stop.

Obsessive Thoughts about Self Behavioral

Constantly thinking about yourself or your problems.

Oppositional Behavioral

Often arguing or refusing to follow directions.

Poor Comprehension Language

Having a hard time understanding information.

Poor Social Skills (R) Social

Struggling to connect with others or understand social cues (right hemisphere).

Receptive Language Problems Language

Trouble understanding what people say.

Receptive Language Problems (L) Language

Trouble understanding spoken language (left side).

Schizophrenia Perception

A serious mental disorder affecting thoughts and perception.

Self-Esteem Problems (R) Emotional

Feeling inadequate or lacking confidence (right side).

Short-Term Memory Problems Cognitive

Trouble remembering recent things like names or tasks.

Slow Reading Language

Takes a long time to read or understand written words.

Spatial Orientation Problems (R) Perception

Getting lost easily or misjudging distances (right side).

Tactile Agnosia Sensory

Difficulty recognizing things by touch.