Self-Reported Inattention Modulates the Topographic Distribution of EEG Activity during Rest

Resting brain activity as a function of self-reported inattention was examined with electroencephalography. More mind-wandering was reported with the eyes closed vs. open and scalp distributions of theta, alpha, and especially beta power differed as a function of trait inattention. Findings have implications for understanding the neural correlates of mind-wandering.