Neurotherapy (Neurofeedback) Primary Treatment Option

From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D.     “Neurofeedback has a broad reach.  It is evolving into a primary-care alternative to prescription drugs for many disorders.  Rather than sedating overactive children or forgetful seniors, neurotherapy changes the neuro-physiological bases of the problem.  When administered by licensed and well-trained professionals, neurotheray has no.. read more →

Bipolar Depression and Neurofeedback

From:  Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION      Q:  I have bipolar depression.  Can neurotherapy help?      A:  Typically with bipolar clients, I find problems in the frontal lobes and usually a slow-frequency deficiency in the back of the brain.  With multiple problematical areas to be corrected,.. read more →

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 →