TED: What happens in your brain when you pay attention? | Mehdi Ordikhani-Seyedlar

The video explores the concept of attention, distinguishing between overt and covert attention. It discusses how brain patterns can be used to create models for computers to assist in therapies. An experiment is described to analyze brainwave patterns during attention tasks. The video highlights the brain's filtering ability, its implications for ADHD, and potential applications of brain-machine interfaces, including aiding communication for those unable to speak.

Discuss how attention deficits, such as those seen in ADHD, affect a person's ability to focus.

What potential applications for cognitive brain-machine interfaces are mentioned in the text?

How might future technology help individuals who cannot speak, based on the ideas presented?