Chris Kaman Misdiagnosed with ADHD as a Child

Looking for a way to play better on the court, Clippers’ center Chris Kaman turned to Dr. Tim Royer for neurofeedback therapy. Diagnosed with ADHD as a child, he learned that he was actually suffering from what Dr. Royer referred to as an “anxious brain.” By using neurofeedback techniques, Kaman has learned to improve his focus and better control his impulses. While he admits he was skeptical of the therapy at first, he credits the therapy for both boosting his concentration and performance both on and off the court. Click here to read more. (Title image via www.freedigitalphotos.net.)

Treating Attention Deficit Disorder Without Ritalin

01/23/2016 Posted by Neurogenesis 0 Comments ADD Neurofeedback Research Resources Wellbeing

The book Getting Rid of Ritalin, written by Robert W. Hill, Ph.D. and Eduardo Castro, M.D., details how neurofeedback therapy can help individuals coping with ADD successfully improve brain function without the need for medication. The authors explore how neurofeedback works to unlock the individual’s ability to learn what different states of focus “feel like” so that they can self-regulate in the way that best optimizes their brain function and performance. According to the authors, this not only improves the brain’s cognitive function, but also boosts overall physical health, such as the cardiovascular, immune and gastrointestinal systems — in other words, …

Video: Neurofeedback for Peak Performance

01/09/2016 Posted by Neurogenesis 0 Comments Life Peak Performance Training Resources Sports Videos Wellbeing

This is a fantastic video resource from EEGInfo.com. Most people already know that neurofeedback is a great option for helping individuals cope with ADHD, autism, chronic pain and numerous other conditions. But even individuals without any of these conditions can benefit from neurofeedback to help them boost their focus and get “in the zone.” The video features the work of neurofeedback practitioners Rae Tattenbaum and Sue Othmer, who use the technology to help individuals learn techniques to find a state of relaxed alertness that contributes to optimal performance. Check out the video to learn more: For more videos, click here! …

Can Neurofeedback Help Addicts Too?

01/08/2016 Posted by Neurogenesis 0 Comments Addiction Chronic Pain Depression Neurofeedback News Neurofeedback Research PTSD Resources Success Stories Wellbeing

Drawing from the increasing research pointing to neurofeedback as an effective treatment for PTSD, therapists and researchers are now looking to the therapy as a potential treatment for alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Both PTSD and substance abuse share symptoms — including trouble sleeping, irritability, uncontrollable aggression and rage, pain, ringing in the ears, jumpiness, hyperarousal (sensing danger even when none is present), loss of interest, or feelings of isolation. Many PTSD sufferers likewise also suffer from alcohol dependency (52% of men and 28% of women with PTSD) and drug addiction (34% of men and 27% of women with the …

Using Neurofeedback to Enhance Athletic Performance

11/26/2015 Posted by Neurogenesis 0 Comments Blog Life Neurofeedback News Neurofeedback Research Peak Performance Training Resources Sports

This study by Dr. Corydon Hammond, published in the Journal of the American Board of Sport Psychology, explores how neurofeedback can be used to boost performance in athletes of various sports. By quieting and focusing the mind, neurofeedback helps athletes get “in the zone” more easily and stay there, even under immense pressure. In addition, the therapy can help to improve cognitive function after a mild head injury, or help athletes control their emotions in the middle of stressful events. Dr. Hammond also believes the therapy has tremendous untapped potential to help improve physical balance in sports where it is …

Neurofeedback Studied as Treatment for ADD and Learning Disabilities in Children

11/21/2015 Posted by Neurogenesis 0 Comments ADD ADHD Kids & Teens Learning Disabilities Neurofeedback Research Resources

ADD and learning disorders are two of the most widespread mental health concerns associated with childhood. There may be a biological and/or hereditary basis for these disorders, and dealing with them can affect children in substantial ways, from how well they perform at school to how well they interact with friends and loved ones. Neurofeedback is emerging as an effective method for improving attention, behavior and cognitive function in children coping with ADD. Several researchers have reported increased IQ scores, better grades and improved performance on academic tests. While more research is needed, EEG biofeedback appears to be a beneficial …

Can Neurofeedback Fight Muscle Tension?

10/24/2015 Posted by Neurogenesis 0 Comments Blog Chronic Pain Life Neurofeedback News Neurofeedback Research Resources Success Stories Wellbeing

Low-level muscle tension on a chronic basis is a problem faced by millions. Named dysponesis, this form of covert muscle tension over time can contribute to chronic pain, headaches, exhaustion and difficulty relaxing. This problem is especially prevalent among those who use computers for long periods of time, who may become so absorbed in their task that they are unaware of poor posture or tension affecting their neck, back and shoulders, or may simply be unaware of the tension due to a lack of physical awareness. In this study, researchers used neurofeedback to help participants identify feelings of tension and …

Neurofeedback for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

09/08/2015 Posted by Neurogenesis 0 Comments ADD ADHD Anxiety Neurofeedback Research OCD Resources Success Stories Wellbeing

This study by Dr. Corydon Hammond explores how neurofeedback may help in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, more commonly known as OCD. Past research has found that a pharmacologic treatment of OCD has typically yielded only small improvements for OCD sufferers. In this study, two patients with OCD each underwent tests and surveys to determine the extent of their symptoms, followed by personalized programs of neurofeedback. Not only did both patients experience improvement in their symptoms, but they maintained these improvements over a year after the completion of therapy. While the small number of patients in the study calls …

Trauma Survivors Find Fresh Hope in Neurofeedback

08/05/2015 Posted by Neurogenesis 0 Comments Life Neurofeedback Basics Neurofeedback News Neurofeedback Research PTSD Resources Success Stories Wellbeing

This article explores the benefits of neurofeedback for trauma survivors and individuals with PTSD. Neurofeedback has come a long way since its early days, when a curious German scientist first explored the concept of using technology to read brain waves in the aftermath of World War I. New research suggests that by using neurofeedback, trauma survivors can regain control of the negative symptoms associated with PTSD, such as hyperarousal (feeling threatened even in the absence of an actual threat), OCD, and more. By helping individuals essentially recalibrate the brain networks involved in emotions and cognition, neurofeedback helps PTSD sufferers find …

Neurofeedback: Treating the Cause, Not the Symptoms

07/13/2015 Posted by Neurogenesis ADD Addiction ADHD Anxiety Blog Depression Kids & Teens Learning Disabilities Life Neurofeedback Basics Neurofeedback News Neurofeedback Research OCD Peak Performance Training PTSD Resources Stress Wellbeing

If you ask someone whether they’ve heard of Prozac, they are more than likely to say yes — yet if you ask someone about neurofeedback, most people aren’t quite as familiar. Neurofeedback has been shown to treat numerous mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and more. Even if you just want to boost your mental performance or focus, it has helped many people to reduce “clutter” in their minds and discover strategies for accessing a state of calmer, more focused awareness. More and more research continues to support neurofeedback’s role in helping individuals treat their mental health …