# Cognitive Health Monitors The EMOTIV INSIGHT Headset Measures Mental Activities By Meghan Young | Published 2013-08-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotiv-insight References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2013/08/headset-measure-mental-health.html) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tanttle/emotiv-insight-optimize-your-brain-fitness-and-per?ref=category) The EMOTIV INSIGHT headset keeps a tab on [cognitive health in real-time](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mw75-neuro). Sleek and wireless, it looks like something everyone will voluntarily or perhaps mandatorily be wearing in the future. According to PSFK, "Not only can [EMOTIV INSIGHT] tell you how your brain is changing in real-time, but it can also help you to monitor your [mental cognitive well-being](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neuro-wellness-enhancer), as well as optimize your brain’s performance and overall fitness." Designed by San Francisco-based Tan Le, the EMOTIV INSIGHT headset focuses on such cognitive efforts as attention, focus, engagement, interest, excitement, affinity, relaxation and stress. Safe to be used by all ages, the EMOTIV INSIGHT headset can also respond to [basic mental commands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/think2switch) such as push, pull, levitate and rotate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Real-time Cognitive Monitoring:** Tracking and analyzing cognitive health in real-time provides valuable insights into mental well-being and performance. - **Wireless Cognitive Health Monitoring:** Sleek and wireless cognitive health monitors offer a non-intrusive and convenient way to track brain activity and optimize cognitive function. - **Brain-computer Interfaces:** Developing advanced brain-computer interface technology opens up new possibilities for controlling devices and interacting with technology using mental commands. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthcare:** Real-time cognitive monitoring technology can be utilized in healthcare settings to assess patients' mental health and cognitive function. - **Wearable Technology:** The development of wireless cognitive health monitors offers new opportunities for wearable technology manufacturers to improve mental well-being and performance. - **Gaming and Entertainment:** Incorporating brain-computer interface technology into gaming and entertainment systems can create immersive experiences and new forms of interaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cognitive Performance Measurement Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/productivity-wearable.md) - [AI-Enabled Meditation Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainco-oxyzen.md) - [Brain Tracking Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mw75-neuro-lt.md) - [Gamified Brain-Boosting Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-muse-s-athena.md) - [Active Noise-Cancelling Earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-noisecancelling-earphones.md) - [Brain Training Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-training-solution.md) - [AI-Powered Sleep Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frenz-brainband.md) - [Brainwave-Connected Tech Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myndplay-myndhub.md) - [Mindful Mental Wellness Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindamp-headphones.md)