What is neurofeedback therapy? Neurofeedback by Mind Media - NeuroLOGX BV

Neurofeedback, sometimes referred to as EEG biofeedback, neurotherapy or cognitive enhancement, addresses brain dysregulation. Neurofeedback is a specific application of biofeedback for visualizing and training the electrical activity of the brain. Through visualization of brain activity people learn to better self-regulate their brain activity according to the principles of operant conditioning. By using brainwaves signals as real-time feedback the brain can be modalated. What is neurofeedback therapy? During a neurofeedback session real-time audiovisual feedback is provided based on normalized values. A client will be rewarded for success in terms of scores, by playing music, by showing a picture or with a video game.

Neurofeedback focuses on optimizing the brain, rather than suppressing symptoms, which is what medication does. With successful neurofeedback training, the medication that targets brain function can be reduced or no longer required. Neurofeedback is non-pharmacological and non-invasive. Neurofeedback can be used for improving attention, focus and performance. Research shows that neurofeedback, alone and combined with other behavioral therapies, is effective for treating several attention span related problems and sleep disorders. Please see this review from the International Society for Neurofeedback & Research (ISNR) for more information.

How neurofeedback works

During a neurofeedback session, one or more brainwaves are measured. These brainwaves vary in speed and can be trained to slower or faster waves. Positive values of these brainwaves are rewarded with audiovisual feedback such as a video, music or a game.

By using brainwaves as real-time feedback, people can learn to become aware of usually unconscious processes, thereby allowing them to self-regulate physiological processes in order to modulate their brain. During a neurofeedback session real-time audiovisual feedback is provided based on normalized values.