The effect of short-term electromagnetic fields caused by mobile phones on the electrical activity of alpha and beta brain waves

Abstract

Overview

The increasing use of mobile phones raises significant concerns regarding their effects on human brain activity, specifically related to neurophysiological aspects and EEG. This study explores the impact of short-term exposure to electromagnetic fields from mobile phones on the electrical activity of EEG alpha and beta bands.

Materials and Methods

• The research included twenty male participants, divided into four distinct groups:
• Group 1: Eyes closed (10 seconds)
• Group 2: Eyes open (10 seconds)
• Group 3: Phone exposure (3 minutes)
• Group 4: Control group (no phone, 3 minutes)

Findings

The study found no significant change in the EEG activity of alpha waves between conditions of mobile phone use and non-use. However, for beta waves, there were notable differences in certain EEG parameters when exposed to mobile phones.

Discussion

The research indicates that the use of mobile phones might induce changes in some electrical activities of brain bands, which poses potential implications for brain health due to electromagnetic exposure. This acknowledges the need for further studies to fully understand these interactions and their repercussions.