The dynamics of resting-state alpha oscillations predict individual differences in creativity

• Published in: Neuropsychologia Vol. 142; p. 107456
• Main Authors: Prent, Naomi, Smit, Dirk J.A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England Elsevier Ltd 01.05.2020
• Subjects: Alternative uses task; Electroencephalography (EEG); Neural dynamics; Self-organized criticality; Temporal correlations; Alternative uses task; Self-organized criticality; Temporal correlations; Electroencephalography (EEG); Neural dynamics

The neuronal mechanisms underlying creativity are poorly understood. Arguably, the brain's ability to switch states would contribute to achieving novel ideas, and thus to creativity. Faster brain-state switching is reflected in the temporal dynamics of functional brain activity. Stronger autoco...