Oppositional Defiance Disorder and Neurofeedback
From: Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “When alpha waves are stronger on the right relative to the left frontal cortex, confrontational and defiant behavior often results. When the difference is greater than 20%, the child (or adult) usually has difficulties with inappropriate aggression, defiance, and negativity. . . … read more →
Reactive Depression and Neurofeedback
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Q: I never had a problem with depression, but recently I lost my job, and I cannot seem to get over feeling hopeless and very sad. My doctor suggested antidepressant medication. Do you agree? A: The distinction between neurologically based.. read more →
“ADD” and Sleep Problems
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION Q: I have ADD and a sleep problem. Are they related? A: Of the many forms of ADD and sleep disorders, some share common neurological anomalies. I frequently have clients whom we treat for ADD comment.. read more →
“ADD”- Talkative, Interrupts
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “The brains theta/alpha ratio should average about 1:3. A ratio less than 1.0 signals a form of “ADD” that is usually associated with talkativeness, verbally interruptive behavior, and intellectual flightiness. Individuals with this form of ADD are incessant talkers who constantly interrupt others.” .. read more →
“IQ” Can Be Increased With Neurofeedback
From: Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Q: I have heard that many professional athletes have been treated by neurotherapists. Can neurotherapy improve the performance of activities other than sports? A: “Very decidedly so. At the very least, neurotherapy (neurofeedback) will increase your IQ.” Dr… read more →
PTSD, Dreams, and Neurofeedback
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONQ: I had an alha/theta treatment at the back of my head and that night I had many dreams. The next day I was quite emotional but after a few days I felt great. What happened? A: Clients frequently recall long-forgotten.. read more →
“ADD” Patterns Can Look Worse While Actually Improving
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Q: My husband thinks that neurotherapy is BS because our daughter’s brainwave ratios became worse after we started treatment, even though her teacher felt she was improving. Is the treatment working, even though the numbers got worse? A: .. read more →
Drugs and Neurofeedback: Frequently asked Questions
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION: Q: My son uses drugs. He will not come to see you, and I think the reason is because he thinks you will be able to tell that he has used drugs. Can you tell from his brain if he has used.. read more →
Autism and Asperger’s Brainwaves on qEEG
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “Excessively high theta amplitude in the back portions of the brain is often found in children with autism and Asperger’s. . . . . High theta/beta ratios in the back of the brain are related to the detached states seen in autism; the.. read more →
Alcoholics and Neurofeedback
Frequently Asked Questions in Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “Question: I come from a long line of alcoholics, so obviously it’s genetic. Can neurotherapy help my predisposition toward alcoholism? Answer: The brain is remarkably plastic, meaning it can be modified. So even genetic conditions can be modified.” read more →