Introduction to Neurofeedback
Neurofeedback is a particular form of Biofeedback - in fact, it is sometimes referred to as EEG Biofeedback which points to the fact that it relies on identifying EEG data (Electroencephalogram) from the brain. It's different from "conventional" EEG or so-called Quantitive EEG (qEEG) which are related areas of interest but are not the same as Neurofeedback and have a different intent.
Neurofeedback is based on sound scientific principles that have been around for more than 80 years of clinical and technical development. The idea is that we can identify particular "brain states" via looking in detail at the very small amounts of electrical activity emitted from the brain. We can typically detect this EEG information at the scalp. We can present this information back to a user’s brain in a number of ways so that the user’s brain can learn to achieve and sustain new desirable states - whether these represent a return to "norm" or indeed a new level of performance.
Neurofeedback is not a "quick-cure" or a "one-size-fits-all" type of therapy (beware of anyone suggesting it is!). However, at its root, neurofeedback embodies a process of neuronal self-regulation and re-education - the means to lead the brain to find new and beneficial states and ways of processing information and feelings.
Neurofeedback has already been applied in many situations including symptoms of:
- Anxiety
- OCD
- Complex Trauma Dysregulation
- Aggression and Irritability
- Depression
- ADHD/ADD
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Autism
- Sleep Hygiene
- Learning disorders and much more...
Key Elements of Neurofeedback
To tap into the potential of Neurofeedback you need access to excellent hardware and software. The process is like this.
- Brains generate EEG as a natural process
- EEG signals can be sensed by appropriate instrumentation (Muse Headset)
- EEG signals can be observed remotely by your clinician
- Feedback can be given to the user based on the processed state of the EEG without being distracted by the user seeing the complexity or detail of the EEG; the user sees a screen presentation, a game, or youtube of choice that facilitates training.
- Brain change with neurofeedback results in physiological change
Remote Neurofeedback Solutions uses the Muse headset that has sensors for picking up EEG signals and we use the Myndlift System as a platform to provide the training. Our clinicians and neurofeedback technicians are experts with 10 years of experience in providing neurofeedback.