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The first thing you can do is put yourself first and care for yourself. Your feelings are real and trust yourself to find a solution.
Secondly, ask for help. One non-invasive, drug free answer may be neurofeedback. Anxiety and Depression are frequently related to brainwave imbalances in the brain, so a brain based solution makes sense.
Depression
Depression is frequently related to brainwave imbalances in the brain. Many people, suffering with depression, have an excess of Alpha brainwaves on the left side of their brain. Alpha brainwaves are normal, however, too many of them can create negative thought patterns, leading to depression.
Depression was one of the earliest clinical applications of Neurofeedback. According to leading researchers, when there is a brain imbalance there is the potential that a person is predisposed to become depressed more easily, to withdraw from other people, and to be anxious.
Neurofeedback training can eliminate these excess Alpha waves, which leads to a more balanced outlook on life, and a marked decrease in depression tendencies.
Anxiety & Panic Attacks
If worry, fear and apprehension are normal human emotions. Anxiety can be described as an extreme version of them. While these emotions come and go in most people, anxiety sufferers constantly live with these sensations, often limiting their ability to perform simple daily tasks.
Anxiety symptoms can also be generated by brainwave imbalance. For example, research has shown that an anxiety and panic attacks can be experienced when your brain goes too fast. This can be measured as an excess of Beta (high frequency) brainwaves, typically on the right side of the brain. Beta brainwaves occur naturally when you are thinking. However, most people with anxiety experience run-on thoughts. If these repeating, negative thoughts get out of control, instead of just feeling anxious, you can develop a full-blown anxiety attack.
Neurofeedback treatments for anxiety and depression appear very promising not only in bringing relief, but in modifying the underlying biological predisposition for these symptoms.
How Does Neurofeedback Eliminate These Symptoms?
To Begin, We Check Brainwave Activity. This is done using a quantitative EEG brain scan, also called a “brain map”. This is a painless process that can measure the actual brainwave activity in real time. The goal is to determine where the brainwaves are imbalanced, and also how those imbalances may relate to your feelings of depression.
Patient Testimonial: A More Optimistic Outlook
“Thank you so much to The Brain Wave Center for the neurofeedback treatment. The experience is life changing & your support throughout the process very helpful. Overall, my outlook on life is more optimistic and enjoyable.” – T S P
The Training Is Enjoyable
A neurofeedback training session is a relaxed, pleasant, enjoyable experience. All you need to do is sit comfortably, relax, and watch a video that you pick out. During the training session, the equipment measures your real-time brainwave activity using two small sensors placed lightly on the scalp.
The measurements taken during the session provide immediate feedback on how the brain is functioning. If you start feeling sad, and have negative thoughts, this will be measured as an excess of Alpha energy. When this happens the movie dims, and the sound goes down. Your brain responds to this feedback by creating new, healthier neural connections. Over time, the continuous feedback helps your brain to create new neural pathways that allow you to think in a calmer, more positive manner.
Patient Testimonial: A Family Affair
“Neurofeedback has worked so well for our adopted child that suffers from childhood traumas that both my husband and I have started using the training as well.” -Sue C.
An All-Natural Solution
This is a natural learning process known as operant conditioning. Similar to learning how to ride a bike, this is a natural, easy way to teach the brain how to think better. Not only does it help to create change, but the improved neural connections represent a permanent improvement in the way your brain processes information. So – No More Depression, Anxiety or Panic Attacks!
Recent Neurofeedback Study
A study conducted by Resilient Retreat, asked The Brain Wave Center to participate as the neurofeedback researchers. The study looked at numerous modalities to decrease stress and depression in first responders and those that have undergone abuse or emotional trauma. The outcomes were significant. After Neurofeedback training and evaluation, there was a 52.79 decrease in depression and a 38.39% decrease in PTSD. There were also remarkable improvements in emotional responses including overall feeling that participants mattered to others, feelings of worth and importance, and emotional awareness and clarity to name a few.
A Better Brain Means a Better You!
The Brain Wave Center has helped many patients overcome disorders using safe, noninvasive, and drug-free relief from chronic issues including:
• ADHD
• Autism
• Anxiety / Depression
• PTSD / Stress
• Learning Disabilities
• Memory Loss / Brain Fog
• Concussion / Brain Injury
• Migraines
• and More
The Brain Wave Center Treats children and adults.
Find out today how neurofeedback can help you or a loved one. Call 941-552-4500 or schedule your Free Initial Evaluation online.
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