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Getting started with Mente
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Index.
About.
How it works.
How it helps
Everyday tips
Case study
Getting started.
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MenteTM is a light and portable neurofeedback device,
designed for home-use, that helps to self-regulate
attention and mood, feeding the brain with
tailor-made binaural beats.
The binaural beats are selected according to the user’s
pre
dominant frequency. The protocol delivered by the
Mente
device targets unbalanced brain patterns, which can be
observed among neurodevelopmental disorders and
learning difficulties.
These patterns can lead to inattention, impulsivity and
hyperactivity, obsessing, anxiety, sleep and memory
problems.
MENTE IS EASILY AND SAFELY USED
WITH LITTLE TO NO SUPERVISION AT
HOME, AND CLINICIANS CAN REMOTE-
LY MONITOR THEIR PATIENTS’ PRO-
GRESS.
Rebalance excessive
brainwaves
Reductions in disruptive Delta,
Theta and high Beta brain waves
were revealed by EEG.
Improve behavioural function.
Questionnaires revealed
improvements in executive function
as well as significant reductions in
autistic behaviour.
Improve balance and posture.
Posturography analysis revealed
significant improvements to
sensorimotor behaviour & overall
posture.
Enhance social
engagement abilities.
Significant improvements in social
skills and communication were
reported by caregivers.
Mente has already demonstrated its efficacy as a home-based tool in reducing stress-induced symptoms
and behavioural issues in the ASD population, which showed a specific dysfunctional neural profile
(Carrick et al., 2018). Mente is a Grade IIa medical device and is regulated under the European Union
Council and holds CE certification. Neurotech’s subsidiary, AAT Medical is ISO 13485 certified.

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This really has been a spectacular success. In just 12 weeks,
Hannah is a lot calmer, able to think more clearly and take
a breath before a situation overwhelms hers. Meltdowns
are rare, and where she often used to react aggressively to
her sister, now she rarely does.
Charlotte Dwight
mother of Hannah, 12.

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Tune in with Mente
How it works
Mente’s Foundational Basis
Brainwave entrainment is a known principle since as far back as the early 1930’s and its clinical benefits
have been articulated in a number of studies. It has been proven to be eective in promoting relaxation,
improving attention, and reducing anxiety, depression and chronic pain.Recognising that each person is
unique, Mente takes the individual’s unique EEG as a continuous input to drive the brainwave entrainment.
Tailored therapy using closed loop system
As a result, the EEG driven therapy customises the stimulation from moment to moment, on the basis of
the patient’s own changing EEG. Contingent stimulation via a closed-loop has been found to produce great-
er lasting changes on the EEG compared to non-contingent stimulation.
Unlike standard NFB training tools, Mente’s
closed-loop feedback facilitates adjustment of
ongoing background brain activity without the
user’s perceived attention or engagement. The
process is eortless and intrinsic within the
brain yet has still shown to be eective.
This makes it particularly suitable for use in
children or people who may have difficulty with
paying attention for extended periods, to follow
instructions or to stay focused on brain training
activities, such as video games.
A closed loop is
created by monitoring
resulting brainwaves &
then modulating
soundwaves
Brainwaves are
acquired through
Mente’s EEG channels
Mente algorithms
process the EEG
waves & deliver
desired auditory
feedback in response
Auditory feedback
consists of different
binaural beats tailored
on EEG activity
Binaural beats aim to
entrain EEG activity
into a desired
frequency

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How mente helps relax the
minds of kids with autism.
Children with autism spectrum disorder are no strangers to stress,
and nding ways to help them relax can be challenging. That’s where
Mente can help because it uses neurofeedback technology to pro-
mote relaxation, which makes it easier to engage with one’s environ-
ment in a positive way. More than that, the device is aordable, easy
to use, and provides at-home therapy that can improve communica-
tion, lengthen attention spans, and reduce agitation.
Why Mente Is Eective
Our thoughts, emotions and behaviours are all related to how the neurons in our brains
synchronise their electrical signals to produce brainwaves. Brain waves vary both in
amplitude and frequency and are associated with dierent brain functions and mental
states. Children with autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit and learning disorders
often exhibit high levels of delta and theta brainwaves (slow waves), with or without
an excess of high beta (fast waves). This pattern is mostly associated with inattention,
anxiety, impulsivity and impaired social skills. The Mente device uses neurofeedback to
support the brain in adjusting its activity, as reducing this unbalanced pattern has been
proven to be potentially useful in treating a set of core symptoms within neurodevelop-
mental disorders, reducing episodes of agitation and outburst, improving
behaviour, learning and attention span.
It Encourages Communication Skills.
Delta and theta are usually related to daydreaming, dozing, and deep sleeping and
therefore the excessive amount of these brainwaves can lead to fogginess, inattention
and learning issues. These slow waves are also more present when a person is gener-
ally shut o from the outside world and deeply engaged in its own inner world. Mente
can be eective at improving engagement in children with autism as reducing excessive
theta and delta power in ASD lead to improvement in reciprocal social interactions
and communication skills. After four to eight weeks of daily sessions with the de-
vice, parents notice that their children participate more in conversations or make more
eye contact. On a related note, parents also notice their children have longer attention
spans, are able to focus and learn better, and are more engaged in educational settings.
It Reduces Stress and Agitation.
Beta Waves are associated with mental arousal and engagement. Your brain is func-
tioning on this level when you’re awake, conscious, and actively involved in a stimulat-
ing activity. Because beta waves are generated when you’re engaged in cognitive tasks,
they’re associated with alertness, focus, and socializing. A brain that produces too
many beta, and especially high-beta waves, may experience anxiety, stress and
obsessing. Mente aims to reduce excessive high beta thus decreasing stress, promoting
relaxation and enhancing cognitive functions. As a result, parents will notice improved
behaviour in their children and fewer episodes of agitation.

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A Brief Primer on How the Device Works.
The Mente device is a portable and convenient electroencephalography
(EEG) headset that reads brainwaves in real time. When a person puts the
headset on, the device analyzes and records the person’s brainwaves, and
then generates neurofeedback in the form of sound to stimulate the brain,
encouraging it to tune into a more desired pattern. Each session is 40 min-
utes long and can be done quickly and easily in the comfort of your home to
promote relaxation in children with autism. The device is also linked to an
app that records sessions, allowing parents to measure progress and results
as the weeks pass.
The major benefit of the Mente device is that it reduces stress for children
with autism, and this makes it easier to engage with others, communicate,
and engage with the world. The device is also very easy to use. The quick
40-minute home sessions are easy to fit into your family routine, and the
recording capabilities of the device make it easy for you and your child to
monitor progress together.

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Everyday Tips for Raising
Children with Autism
Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder face a number
of challenges, and being prepared can help you address them more
easily. For instance, doing research on autism spectrum disorder can
give you a better idea of what to expect, but also how to connect with
your child on a more meaningful level. And with that in mind, here
are some other great everyday tips for parents who are raising a child
with autism.

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Connect on Your Child’s Level.
Human communication goes far beyond the words people say to one
another, and there are many ways you can connect with your child, even
if that doesn’t involve speech or touch. Connecting with your child is
important for developing your relationship, and part of that includes:
Learn Everything You Can About Your Child.
It may be challenging to learn about what your child does and doesn’t
like, but doing so will make life much more enjoyable for you both. For
instance, if your child is triggered by loud noises, knowing this can help
you avoid situations that might cause stress and agitation. Similarly, it’s
important to learn what calms, scares, excites, engages, and stresses your
child so that you can advocate on his or her behalf.
Communicating through body language
Learning your child’s verbal or nonverbal cues regarding needs and wants
Learning your child’s interests and engaging in them together
Using your tone of voice and facial cues to communicate your feelings
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Focus on the Cause Rather than the Behavior
Once you understand your child’s likes and dislikes, it will be easier to un-
derstand his or her behavior, and from there you can focus on the cause.
For instance, if your child starts acting out at the mall, it will help to re-
member that your child finds loud noises stressful, and you can remove
the negative stimulus to help alleviate the behavior. Similarly, it can help to
create a safe space at home where your child can go when feeling stressed
out or overwhelmed.
Use Positive Reinforcement
Positive reinforcement is an eective way to help children learn, and you
can use praise to reward your child for things like learning new skills,
choosing appropriate actions, or behaving in a way that you want to see
repeated.
Provide Routine and Consistency
Consistency is important to your child for a number of reasons, including
that it will help to minimize stress and encourage the application of knowl-
edge in dierent areas. One of the easiest ways to create consistency is
through a daily routine, which can include having regular wake up, bed,
and meal times, having therapy sessions at the same time and on the
same days each week and having your own personal schedules that you
develop together. Similarly, you can also create consistency by continuing
at home with lessons and skills that your child learns at school or in
therapy.
6Come up with Manageable Goals and Tasks
Just as routines and consistency are important, so too are having goals and
ambitions to work towards. The goals that are manageable will depend on
your child, but having goals is an opportunity to provide more structure,
bond with your child, and put positive reinforcement into practice.
Dierent therapies are also very eective tools for helping children with
autism, and that includes medical devices like Mente’s home device, which
uses neurofeedback technology to promote relaxation in children with
autism. The daily sessions provide an easy, everyday solution to common
challenges and can promote relaxation, improve communication skills, in-
crease attention spans and improve behavior.

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“She’s almost like
a dierent child.”
Charlotte invested in Mente for her 11-year-old daughter, Hannah, af-
ter years of disruptive tantrums and anxiety. They had already tried
many dierent kinds of therapy, from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
to counselling to speech and language therapy.
Unfortunately, Hannah was struggling to engage with them and so
they weren’t having much of an eect. Wanting to try something dif-
ferent that might complement and enhance the forms of therapy al-
ready being provided, Charlotte discovered Mente.
Discussing her hopes for the product, Charlotte said she “just wanted
[Hannah] to be able to take a pause and not be so constantly reactive.
She was prone to meltdowns; slammed doors and screaming, it could
go on for a while.”

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Putting Mente to the test
Hannah has been using Mente once a day for three months now. From the comfort
of her bedroom she puts the headband on, starts the 40-minute therapy, and either
draws, does homework or watches the TV with the sound o.
The results are clear: “This really has been a spectacular success,” Charlotte says with
delight. In just 12 weeks, Hannah is a lot calmer, able to think more clearly and take a
breath before a situation overwhelms hers. Meltdowns are rare, and where she often
used to react aggressively to her sister, now she rarely does.
Fascinatingly, a case in point comes from the ight that the pair took just yesterday, on
their way to speak with Mente. A family sat next to them on the plane constantly moved
around, meaning Hannah had to repeatedly get out of her seat to accommodate them.
Smiling down at her child, she reected: “You stayed very calm, very well controlled. It
was lovely, you were relaxed. Previously you just wouldn’t have tolerated it.”
Coming hand in hand with her new sense of calm, Charlotte says she’s noticed that
Hannah seems happier and her confidence has grown: “She’s more independent and
wanting to do things for herself now.” Recently, she was even able to get up on stage
and take part in the school’s play without a hitch – something that wouldn’t have been
imaginable as little as three months ago.
Perfectly complementing therapy.
A benefit that the family didn’t expect, but have been thrilled to experience, is that using
Mente works hand in hand with alternative therapies, and complements them perfect-
ly. Previously, therapy was unsuccessful because Hannah was simply too distressed to
engage properly.
Now, therapy is starting to really benefit Hannah. This is because using Mente allows her
to reach a place of calm, so she can actually listen to the therapists and take information
on board. Hannah’s therapist has recently reported that “she’s very well regulated and
relaxed, almost like a dierent child.”
Life in the household.
Family life is much easier now. It’s not just Hannah who has felt a new lease of life, as
Charlotte tells us that since Hannah has been using Mente her ability to engage and re-
lax has “improved our lives immeasurably as a family. It’s been money well spent.”
If you’d like to nd out about Mente,
visit www.mentetech.com.

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Getting started
with MenteTM
Getting into a new habit can be a challenge,
especially for a child. It requires patience and
time. Tackling the rst 10 days can make all the
dierence between failure and success.
Here are a few of our hints and tips to help you on your way.
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Understand your product
It’s important that you understand how the product
works, so you can get the most out of your sessions.
Take the time to familiarise yourself with the product,
as well as reading the Quick Guide and users’ manual.
Set up and registration
Setting up your Mente headband has never been easier.
Head over to www.mentetech.com to watch our ‘How to
videos’ to guide you each step of the way.

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3Downloading the app
The Mente app has been designed to
complement your Mente headset, and
should be downloaded ahead of your first
session. Simply head over to Google Play
to download the Android app or the Apple
Store to download the iOS app.

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Introducing the headband to your child.
Your child may take some time to get used to wearing their headband.
We suggest starting with short introductory periods to give them time to
adjust.
Once they are comfortable with wearing the headband, try playing the
sounds for short, 10-minute sessions. As your child becomes more and
more used to the headband and sounds, increase the length of these ses-
sions. It may take a few minutes for the sensors to achieve a strong signal.
There is no need to tighten the headband too much.
Getting into the habit.
To experience the full benefits of Mente, we recommend that your child
completes a session every day, preferably in the morning. There are plen-
ty of ways to get into the habit – perhaps create a weekly timetable for
sessions, or start the session immediately after breakfast. Leave plenty of
time for each session, so you are not under any pressures, and can focus
on the benefits of the session.
Don’t be discouraged.
It may take a few sessions for your child to become comfortable with wearing
their headband. But remember, every day is dierent and not all children adapt
to wearing the headband in the same way.
If you are struggling to get your child to get used to their headband, it might be
time to get creative. There are plenty of things you can do – some parents have
tried turning the morning session into a game, while others pretend to wear a
headband of their own. Sticking coloured items, such as owers, can also help
to make the headband more interesting.

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Need any more help?
If you have any more questions about Mente, or how it works, get in touch with your clinician
or schedule an appointment with Mente Clinic to speak to a Mente specialist.
Mente is a Grade IIa medical device and is regulated under the European Union Council and holds CE certification. Neurotech’s subsidiary, AAT Medical is ISO 13485 certified.