Alzheimer's Buddy: 40Hz Therapy

Introduction

This repository contains the source code for "Alzheimer's Buddy: 40Hz Therapy," a web-based application designed to explore the potential benefits of light and sound therapy at 40Hz for individuals with Alzheimer's disease, or as a preventative measure for those at risk of developing the disease. The application provides an immersive experience using flashing light and sound, along with informative content about the science and studies behind this innovative approach.

Warning!

• Potential Monitor Damage: Some users have experienced issues after using this on certain types of monitors. In general these issue seem to resolve by unplugging the screen for a few minutes. If you have any concerns about this, you should instead try running it on a smartphone (like a recent iPhone) at https://alzheimersbuddy.com.

Features

• Interactive Therapy: Start and stop the 40Hz therapy session with a simple button click.
• Educational Content: Information about how 40Hz therapy might work and its potential benefits for Alzheimer's patients.
• Responsive Design: The application is designed to be responsive, ensuring a seamless experience on various devices, including mobile phones and tablets.
• Accessibility Considerations: Includes warnings for users who might be sensitive to flashing lights.

Setup

To use the application, simply clone this repository and open the index.html file in any modern web browser.

git clone https://github.com/Dicklesworthstone/anti_alzheimers_flasher
cd anti_alzheimers_flasher
# Open index.html in your browser

Usage

After opening the index.html file in a browser:

1. Read through the educational content to understand the concept and potential benefits.
2. Press the 'Start' button to begin the therapy session.
3. To stop the session, either click anywhere on the screen or press any key.

Caution

This application is an experimental concept and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Contributing

Contributions to this project are welcome. Please feel free to fork the repository, make changes, and submit pull requests.

License

This project is open source and available under the MIT License.

Acknowledgements

Special thanks to all researchers and scientists whose work has contributed to the understanding of Alzheimer's disease and potential therapeutic approaches.