Roughly 50 million Americans suffer from tinnitus, with about 20% of them having cases so serious that it affects their quality of life. This is a condition where people hear a constant high-pitched ringing sound, and unfortunately, there aren’t many options for treating it. Thankfully, neurofeedback seems to be a valid treatment option for it.
Neurofeedback works for the brain similarly to the way a mechanic examines a car and pinpoints any issues with it. After an assessment has been made, intervention can occur. On a car, it might be the engine – on a brain, it might be a certain cortex. We understand that there is a lot to
There are several nonverbal cues to tell that a person is depressed, however, many are not aware of these signs. Once mindful of these signs, friends and family many times will notice the signs of depression even before the person. Learning to recognize these signs will be key to providing support to loved ones dealing
It’s normal to experience anxiety, especially when life throws obstacles in your way. But sometimes, anxiety isn’t caused by EXTERNAL factors. At times, anxiety is caused when brainwaves aren’t working as they should. It can be very frustrating to nail down why someone is suffering from anxiety, and even more frustrating to find a treatment
Sophie’s Story: One Family's Concussion Journey It started like any other Saturday in April for 10-year-old Sophie and her parents. The car was loaded up with Gatorade, post-game snacks, and camping chairs headed for a day at the soccer park. Her parents cheered loudly and jumped up and down with excitement as she dribbled the
How much do you really know about concussions? If you have kids or teens in sports or play contact sports yourself, you should have a good working knowledge of how concussions work and how they can impact your health and well-being. Since concussions tend to be misunderstood – and under-reported – the CDC recently
Recent reports and even lawsuits about the lasting damage that repeated concussions cause professional NFL athletes continue to make headlines, but trauma and damage is not limited to those at the pinnacle of the sport. College students, teens and even children playing sports can also suffer from concussions during the course of games or practice.
Concussion continues to be a problem for athletes – both those who play professionally and those who play on school teams. According to the University of Pittsburgh's Brain Trauma Research Center, high school athletes alone get over 300,000 sports-related concussions each year in the U.S. Concussions happen at all levels and to athletes in
Feeling tired, unfocused or foggy? Your brainwaves could be to blame. At MyBrainDR, we see patients every week who are experiencing depression, insomnia, hyperactivity and other disruptive conditions and patterns. Each of these conditions can be better understood when you uncover the role that brainwaves play in your mental health and functioning. Understanding what
Quick – what do Dan Marino, Les Williams[i] and Jim McMahon have in common – aside from being former professional football players? Each suffered concussions that led to suspected or confirmed traumatic brain injury (TBI). The tie between football and brain injury is beginning to emerge, and it is not a pretty picture for
