An Electroencephalogram (EEG) Test

Graphic of a woman sitting at a reception desk at a doctor's office.

When I arrive at the office, I will check in at the desk.

Graphic of a nurse calling out

I may have to sit and wait until my name is called.

Graphic of a man and a woman walking into a hospital room, he has his arm around the woman.

Someone will take me to a quiet room. I can bring my support person with me.

Graphic of a woman sitting in a comfortable chair.

I will sit or lie down in a comfortable chair.

Graphic of a woman sitting in a comfortable chair, she has a blanket and a Teddy Bear.

I can hold onto my favorite toy or blanket.

Graphic of a boy with electrodes on his head, he looks relaxed.

Someone will place small stickers on my head that do not hurt. They might be cold.

Graphic of a person with electrodes on their head.

They will connect those stickers to wires.

Graphic of a boy with electrodes and wires on his head. There is a computer monitor in the background that is graphing the patient's vital signs.

The wires connect to a computer that will record my brain’s activity. This is called an EEG.

Graphic of a person with electrodes on their head, they are laying on a bed relaxing.

I may be asked to rest quietly, close my eyes, and take deep breaths.

Graphic of a woman with a helmet on her head, the helmet has electrodes on it. She is standing very still.

It is important to stay as calm and still as possible.

Graphic of two stopwatches, one shows 30 minutes and the other shows 1 hour.

The EEG can take 30 minutes to an hour or more to be done.

Graphic of a woman walking out of the exam room, she is relaxed.

After that, the stickers will be gently removed, and I will be all done!

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This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.