A person is connected to an electroencephalograph,a machine that records the brain's electrical activity.The person is reinforced when his or her pattern of brain waves changes in order to treat a disorder such as epilepsy.This technique is best called _________.
A)biofeedback
B)behavior modification
C)operant conditioning
D)neurofeedback

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The technique described is called "neurofeedback," which involves using an electroencephalograph (EEG) to monitor a person's brain waves and providing feedback to help them learn to control their brain activity. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as epilepsy, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Biofeedback (A) is a related technique that involves using instruments to measure a person's physiological responses (e.g. heart rate, muscle tension) and teaching them to regulate these responses through mental or physical techniques. Behavior modification (B) and operant conditioning (C) are broader terms that refer to using reinforcement or punishment to modify a wide range of behaviors, not just brain activity.

A Person Is Connected to an Electroencephalograph,a Machine That Records