Neurofeedback

Treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with NeurofeedbackThe use of neurofeedback for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was successfully pioneered with Vietnam vets.In essence, PTSD is a body-mind condition in which the memory of a traumatic experience persists over time, continually re-triggering an emergency-level mental and physical response.Because brain training reduces uncontrolled reactions, including fear, … Continue reading "PTSD and Neurofeedback"

Once known as “manic depression,” bipolar disorder is today managed primarily with medication. But the prescribed chemicals that regulate mood swings may cause side effects, require years of testing and adjusting and can also flatten the individual’s emotions.The evidence is positive for the use of neurofeedback as a successful adjunct treatment for bipolar disorder. Most … Continue reading "Treating Bipolar Disorder with Neurofeedback"

Treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder with NeurofeedbackObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that compels individuals to repeat behaviors in a fruitless effort to rid themselves of unwanted thoughts. It’s a condition that is most often treated with medication. Dr. Fibus strongly advises that patients consult their prescribing physician before changing or discontinuing any medication.Since OCD … Continue reading "Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Neurofeedback"

Although Asperger’s Syndrome is now officially included in the range of autism disorders, because of their high function and considerable intelligence, individuals with Asperger’s may benefit from neurofeedback training.Neurofeedback is especially effective in helping individuals recognize non-verbal cues that allow them to better regulate emotions. This can help significantly with aspects of interpersonal relationships that … Continue reading "Treating Asperger’s Syndrome with Neurofeedback"

Fear is an important component of human evolution; healthy fear helps us avoid danger and preserves the species.But unfortunately, some people (children and adults) are plagued by fear or may remain in a nearly-constant state of fear, unable to separate the useful fears from their habitual reactions. Fear may take familiar and specific forms – … Continue reading "Using Neurofeedback to Manage Fear"

Whatever its status in the realm of law, the term medical marijuana is increasingly familiar. The use of marijuana is apparently widespread in the relief of symptoms caused by chemotherapy, seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis and other conditions and treatments.With the improved self-regulation brought about by brain training, many individuals who had formerly relied on medical … Continue reading "Neurofeedback and Marijuana"