Intelligent Technologies for Interactive Entertainment. 8th International Conference, INTETAIN 2016, Utrecht, The Netherlands, June 28–30, 2016, Revised Selected Papers

Research Article

Analyzing Fear Using a Single-Sensor EEG Device

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  • @INPROCEEDINGS{10.1007/978-3-319-49616-0_8,
        author={Jeroen Man and Nicolette Stassen},
        title={Analyzing Fear Using a Single-Sensor EEG Device},
        proceedings={Intelligent Technologies for Interactive Entertainment. 8th International Conference, INTETAIN 2016, Utrecht, The Netherlands, June 28--30, 2016, Revised Selected Papers},
        proceedings_a={INTETAIN},
        year={2017},
        month={1},
        keywords={Fear analysis EEG Psychological response Physiological response},
        doi={10.1007/978-3-319-49616-0_8}
    }
    
  • Jeroen Man
    Nicolette Stassen
    Year: 2017
    Analyzing Fear Using a Single-Sensor EEG Device
    INTETAIN
    Springer
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-49616-0_8
Jeroen Man1,*, Nicolette Stassen1,*
  • 1: VU University Amsterdam,
*Contact email: j.de.man@vu.nl, n.g.m.j.stassen@student.vu.nl

Abstract

Single-sensor EEG hardware provides possibilities for researchers to measure fear in human beings. Previous research show that consumer-grade EEG devices can be used to measure different states of mind. However, as is often the case with similar research, post-hoc questionnaires are used to measure the emotional state. This paper will focus on the physiological and psychological state of an individual in fear, comparing continuous subjective feedback with EEG measurements. Data has been collected using a Myndplay Brainband and a rotary meter, while 30 subjects viewed soothing and scary films. The rotary meter proved useful for obtaining continuous feedback and, although more research is needed, differences in brainwaves for fearful and calm states are found for multiple frequency bands.