The following paper is an inquiry into my experience with neurofeedback (NFB), through the different problems and questions it raises regarding the old problem of body-mind and object-subject dichotomy, ending in a tentative attempt at applying Gilbert Simondon’s philosophy and notion of the individuation process to the study of the mind and the self, through brain-computer interfaces (BCI) in general and NFB in particular. In a sense, this can be said to fit well with Simondon’s work, where “an
abuse and dependency. It causes different difficulties for people and society. Thus, many treatment methods have been developed and used to help people deal with addiction. Some of those methods are psychotherapy, medications, hospitalization or neurofeedback training. Addiction is a mentally and financially big problem for individuals and society. In the United States, 12.5% of the population has the problem related to alcohol and drug use. Cost for an untreated alcoholic is approximately 3 times
in grand lakes I suddenly remember and blurt out; don’t forget to bring bug repellent spray, specifically for ticks—ticks and Lyme disease beware! My friends giggle at my “worry wart” ways, but they take heed to my concern. They know that as a Neurofeedback and Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy specialist, I’ve treated many people living with the disease, including my sister and cousin, who are completely cured of the disease today. When my patients came to me for help their symptoms were quite daunting to
In this report, Kogenemaru et al examined whether neurofeedback about the amplitude of motor evoked potentials could lead participants to modulate the excitability of intracortical circuits within M1. They showed that the group receiving neurofeedback had a greater change in SICI than the control group. This apparent change in the excitability of intracortical circuits also resulted in shorter reaction times in a choice task. The study is interesting but I have a few issues with the paper in its
Building Better Focus Through Fun Alternative Treatments." Additude Mag. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 May 2014. . SMART BrainGames Technologies for ADHD. Youtube. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 May 2014. . Smart Brain Technologies (NASA Destination Tomorrow) - Video Game Neurofeedback ADD ADHD. Youtube. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 May 2014. .
individual’s Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms. Further understanding of any potential correlations between neural activity and expressed symptoms can aid in the treatment of an individual from both a traditional psychotherapeutic basis as well as by using neurofeedback in the attempt to alleviate an individual’s presenting problem(s). This experience demonstrated the continual need for research and updating the clinical implications that such findings may have upon individuals seeking treatment. It also demonstrated
A personal statement to a school of choice has shown to be hard to write. You want to be able to give the school a glimpse of who you are, how you came to be this person who is applying to their program, and who you want to eventually be. You want to be able to show the passion and drive you have for learning, for mastering your aspired career. You want to show the school why they shouldn’t just accept you, they should want you. The task is intimidating, to say the least. But I am most willing
She had a migraine attack three times a week with severe pain. By using neurofeedback, breathing, and vascular biofeedback techniques, her migraine attacks were reduced to just four a month with mild pain. Of course this did not happen overnight. She had to do a total of 25 training sessions on the treatments, and she has to continue
Like you I am a light worker in search of Truth. It has been a life long journey. One guru, several religions, three husbands, two kids and three careers later, I have discovered that I Am that Truth. I Am one in sync with Universal Intelligence. Soren Kierkegaard said, “Life is understood backwards but it must be lived forward.” We are all on a life mission to connect with Divine Intelligence and everything we experience is on purpose. We emphatically feel the struggle of living in these human bodies
The use of video games has become a norm for many people and families. They may be used to relax after a long day of work, or as a way for the family to all participate in something together. Many people view video games as just another form of entertainment, but could they actually be more? Meditation is used as a therapy to reduce the stress of everyday life. It is a way to focus one’s mind on the present and alleviate the stress that life can cause. By focusing on something besides stress, a
Mirror neurons have been one of the most exciting neurological discoveries in recent years. Some researchers have even gone as far as comparing the discovery of mirror neurons to DNA. Mirror neurons may be analogous to other human sensory systems and some believe that mirror neurons represent their own unique sensory system. Mirror neurons fire when a person or animal performs certain activities as well as when they watch another perform the same activity (Winerman, 2005). Basically, they allow animals
The human mind is genuinely mesmerizing and intriguing when it comes to how it operates and how it perceives the world around us. What it is equally as captivating, is how we manage to store all the information we receive on a day to day basis. Whether its memorizing vocabulary terms for an exam, recollecting a fond childhood memory in great detail, or simply remembering what to purchase on a quick errand, all of these things require an operation in the brain and a designated place for these memories
Attention Deficit Disorder in College Students College years can be one of the best times in life. They are filled with the discovery of freedom and independence. However, they can also be some of the most challenging times a person will face. It is a time when the majority of the population discovers that they have a disability, Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD. ADD is discovered in college mainly due to the problems with time management, initiating, keeping or shifting focus, completing
Early Childhood Education illustrates the teaching and care of children in other environments outside of the home. Early childhood centers on the development of all children no matter their gender, race, abilities, or ethnic orientation and gives knowledge of early childhood learning process, which entails values, culture, desires of parents for their children, and especially a child’s need for knowledgeable functionality in society. Early childhood education started with a mother in Europe in
coherence. PB Informa Healthcare. International Journal of Neuroscience, 116(12), 1519. doi:10.1080/00207450600575482 Vernon, D., Egner, T., Cooper, N., Compton, T., Neilands, C., Sheri, A., & Gruzelier, J. (2003). The effect of training distinct neurofeedback protocols on aspects of cognitive performance. International Journal of Psychophysiology, 47, 75–85
Introduction Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common developmental disorders, according to research by Spencer and his colleagues (Spencer et al., 2007). Approximately 4-5% of college-aged students and adults experience ADHD (Kessler et al., 2006). Even though the general public has often perceived ADHD as an American cultural phenomenon, a study by Faraone has shown that ADHD prevalence in non-US countries at least matches ADHD prevalence in the US (Faraone,