Building an Evidence Based Practice: Use of Brain Imaging in Clinical Assessment and Evaluation of Treatment Outcomes

In this presentation we will explore the benefits of implementing use of brain imaging techniques such as Electroencephalogram (EEG) and Event Related Potentials (ERPs) to assess the refugee clients with trauma related complex... [ view full abstract ]

In this presentation we will explore the benefits of implementing use of brain imaging techniques such as Electroencephalogram (EEG) and Event Related Potentials (ERPs) to assess the refugee clients with trauma related complex and chronic symptoms. Preliminary data identifying abnormal brain patterns underlying Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms and data supporting the effectiveness of neurofeedback interventions aimed to alter these dysfunctional patterns will be presented. In addition, case vignettes will be used to illustrate how an ongoing data analysis can help us evaluate the outcomes of our interventions and contribute to the improvement in our clinical services.