It controls everything from what you cook for dinner to what you watch on Netflix to how you make life-changing decisions. This is why neurofeedback is highly effective. So . . . what is neurofeedback, and how does it help your brain?
Neurofeedback recognizes that just because the brain is a big deal, it can still get off balance. When the brain gets dysregulated, the body responds. You may notice that you feel on edge, overly annoyed by minor inconveniences, or nervous about things you normally wouldn’t fear. You may have difficulty focusing at work or school, find yourself tossing and turning at night, or experience mood changes and a sense of being stuck.
Neurofeedback is a type of training that helps the brain self-regulate through real-time information that speaks directly to the central nervous system, giving your brain the feedback it needs to self-optimize.
This is made possible thanks to the brain’s plasticity.
Neurofeedback in Action
Neurofeedback sounds complex, but the process is simple. It:
- Uses a noninvasive process to track brainwaves in real time
- Helps the brain recognize and respond to healthy patterns
- May be used alongside other therapeutic approaches
- Promotes brain regulation, an important part of mental well-being
- Can be learned to do at home
