tACS (Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation) Session Log
Session Type: tACS – DLPFC (F3 & F4) Montage
Intensity and Frequency: 1.5 mA, 10 Hz (Theta); 1.5 mA, 40 Hz (Delta)
Duration: 20 mins Theta + 8 mins Delta
Device: NeuroMyst Pro tDCS & tACS Device Kit
Session Overview
Pre-Session Mood:
- Experiencing anxiety, anger, and stress before the session.
Phase 1: Theta Wave Stimulation (10 Hz)
- Intensity: 1.5 mA for 20 minutes
- Experience: Felt deeply immersed, similar to an intense yoga session.
- Breathing became heavy and deep without hyperventilation.
- A vagal nerve stimulation sensation was noticed, with a desire to stretch, relax, and engage in yoga-like movements.
- Adjustments: Session ended with 7 minutes remaining due to the intensity becoming uncomfortable.
Phase 2: Delta Wave Stimulation (40 Hz)
- Initial Intensity: 1.5 mA
- Response: Session resumed with delta waves but led to noticeable flickering sensations with lights, which felt overwhelming.
- Reduced intensity to 0.5 mA, which lessened but did not eliminate the flickering effect.
- Experienced a strong urge to engage in “productive” activities and began writing.
- Session Ended Early: Stopped delta wave stimulation with 4 minutes remaining due to discomfort.
Session Notes and Recommendations
- Overall Outcome: Generally more relaxed and calm but found the theta waves too intense around the 7-minute mark. Delta waves also felt potent and uncomfortable at higher intensities but led to a clear increase in focus, motivation, and direction.
- Adjustments for Next Session: reducing theta session to 1 mA for a 15-minute session to enhance comfort. Reduce gamma session to 0.5mA.
Discussion
Discussion notes will be updated soon.
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