Diagnosing ADHD
“ADHD takes many forms. Some are common and some quite rare. Some respond rapidly to treatment while others take more time. Some drive teachers and parents crazy while others elicit sympathy and caring. In some cases, the difference between a label of ADD and ADHD is the severity of the disorder. In other cases, the.. read more →
Feeling Depressed? Neurofeedback May Help
Feeling Depressed? Neurofeedback May Help According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anyone experiencing some of the following symptoms consistently for at least two weeks may be suffering from depression: • Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood• Feelings of hopelessness, or pessimism• Irritability• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness• Loss of interest or pleasure.. read more →
Neurofeedback Gaining Mainstream Acceptance
According to Newsweek magazine, Neurofeedback has gone mainstream. “The promise of neurofeedback is to shift our brain waves back to health without drugs, exercise or even meditation. Clients suffering from ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, anger or depression can simply sit in a comfortable chair for 30 minutes and get a mental tune-up, if not a complete.. read more →
ADD Age of Onset
“The DSM-IV diagnosis definition requires that some attentional or behavioral problem be present before the age of seven, but it is easy to miss the cues. This is a disorder that may manifest in utero or may not be recognized until college Children with excessive hyperactivity frequently let their mothers know they are ADD before.. read more →
ADHD Natural Care Opposed By Drugs
From Drs. Hill and Castro, Getting Rid of Ritalin. “Mainstream opponents of neurofeedback, who are entrenched in the old medical paradigms or who are beholden to pharmaceutical firms for their research funding, state the wide ranging benefits we claim are anecdotal or temporary. This thinking is typical of those who are wedded to.. read more →
Sports Psychology and Neurofeedback
From: Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul E. Swingle, Ph. D. ” FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Q: Why do some sports teams have psychologists? A: Psychologists can really help teams play better. Some psychologists help players keep their minds sharply focused on the game. Neurotherapists (neurofeedback) also can help by making a player’s brain more.. read more →
Neurofeedback And Sleep Issues: How It Can Help
Here’s a Fact: The brain regulates sleep. Specifically, delta brainwaves are responsible for the deepest levels of relaxation and restorative, healing sleep. Adequate production of delta waves helps us feel completely rejuvenated after we wake up from a good night’s sleep. Many people will often turn to medications to help them sleep better. While these.. read more →
Absence Seizures and Neurofeedback
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “Jerry’s blank periods seemed to be absence seizures. An absence seizure is a condition in which the person appears to go blank, stares “through you.” does not respond to verbal commands, and appears to be in a hypnotic trance. The seizures may occur frequently .. read more →
Anti Depressant Medications and Neurofeedback
From Biofeedback for the Brain by Paul G. Swingle, Ph.D. “Question and Answer on Depression Medications’ Cessation and Neurofeedback Q: My antidepressant medication really works for me. Why should I stop? A: You should stop for the same reasons alcoholics should stop burying their feelings in booze. Long-term drug effects are problematical;.. read more →
Neurofeedback For ADHD…A Modern Day Solution?
You may have heard of “brain training” to boost intelligence or memory. If you or a child has the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), there’s a type of brain training some researchers think may improve focus and help other symptoms too. It’s called neurofeedback. Several studies, including a review of five different ones.. read more →