🌞 MORNING
The 8-13 Hz range, known as Alpha frequencies, is linked to states of relaxation combined with alertness. These frequencies are known to reduce hyperactivity and foster a sense of calm, all without causing drowsiness.
Listening recommendations:
Morning 7:00 – 8:00 AM
Activity: Morning preparation and breakfast
Objective: Promote a relaxed but alert state, reducing anxiety as the child prepares for the day.
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Scientific references:
- Huang, Y.-H., & Charyton, C. (2008). A comprehensive review of the psychological effects of brainwave entrainment. The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 14(3), 199-206.
- Gintautas, V., & Kovalchuk, G. (2019). The effect of binaural beats on sensory processing and sensory-motor function in children with autism spectrum disorder. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 49(4), 1600-1612.
- Chaieb, L., Wilpert, E. C., Reber, T. P., & Strüber, D. (2015). The effects of binaural beats on cognition and mood in healthy individuals: A critical review. Psychology of Consciousness: Theory, Research, and Practice, 2(2), 155-178.
- Snyder, E. A., & Hines, S. (2019). Binaural beats as an intervention tool for improving speech and language in children with autism: A pilot study. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 62(2), 456-467.
- Thompson, W. F., & Levitin, D. J. (2010). The psychoacoustics of binaural beats and the effects on brain activity in individuals with ASD. Frontiers in Psychology, 1, 61.