Conditions
Which Conditions Does Neurofeedback Help?
- ADHD
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Attachment Disorder
- Autism and Asperger's
- Bipoloar Disorder
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Learning Disabilities
- Migraines
- OCD and Obsessive Thinking
- PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
- Seizures
- Stroke and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Top 20+ Questions about Neurofeedback
How does neurofeedback work? What conditions can be helped by it? Can neurofeedback be used in conjunction with medications? Can I do neurofeedback at home? And many more, including questions you probably woudn't think to ask.Medicating the Brain: Why We Need a New Approach
Pills don’t usually teach you how to change your own brain. Neurofeedback does. What are the implications of teaching people to "trust" their own brain to function better while reducing the reliance on medications?Guidelines on How to Find the Right Neurofeedback Provider for You
What questions should you ask a provider of neurofeedback to find out if they are the right fit for your situation? Here are some hints on what to ask any provider before you start training with them.Does Neurofeedback Really Reduce the Use of Medications?
It often can and does. Reducing medications should be done carefully. It requires very careful assessment, particularly when there are multiple medications involved and should be coordinated with a physician. Finding the right doctor is also important - many MD's don't understand the role neurofeedback plays with medications.Below are some selected entries from our Frequently Asked Questions page. For answers to more questions view our full FAQ page.
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Can Neurofeedback be used while a patient is on medication?
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Do insurance companies reimburse for Neurofeedback?
Are there any adverse effects?
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How long before I notice changes from Neurofeedback training?
How long do the effects of training last?
Can training occur at home?
Are there any adverse effects of Neurofeedback?
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They need more help than medications and psychotherapy can offer some patients.
Most experienced clinicians are well aware of the limitations of medications and psychotherapy. But what are their options?Clients are demanding an alternative.
Parents are concerned about the side effects of medications and want an alternative.It makes sense to regulate the brain.
Many clinicians say they’ve always had an interest in the brain, and that the idea that you can train the brain and improve self-regulation through biofeedback simply makes sense to them.The neurophysiology is compelling.
Many clinicians are unconvinced or very cautious as they look into neurofeedback. But if they get to a really good course that makes the neurophysiology understandable, it can be a tremendous “aha” moment.Watching symptoms change quickly.
Seeing someone experience a change rapidly that cannot be explained any other way never fails to amaze.The research is impressive.
When clinicians read enough of the research and look at some outcome studies, particularly with ADD, depression and addictions, it’s very hard to dismiss.Read full article
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Healing Young Brains: The Neurofeedback Solution
Read our review of this great parent’s guide to neurofeedback and other non-drug options for ADHD, learning disabilities, mood, and more.
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