In the realm of sports, where milliseconds and millimeters can make all the difference, athletes are constantly seeking an edge to elevate their athletic potential and performance. From rigorous training routines to specialized diets, the search for excellence is endless. However, within the conventional methods lies a technique that’s gaining traction in the world of
Netflix’s “Quarterback” This summer, the new Netflix series "Quarterback" captivated many American viewers. A particular scene from this series has potentially shifted public perception about neurofeedback therapy, highlighting its significance in a new and intriguing light. Neurofeedback therapy, or EEG biofeedback, uses sensors to monitor brain activity and provides feedback, helping individuals learn to regulate
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
Alan Pope, a scientist at the NASA Langley Research Center, discovered how neurofeedback could improve pilot’s attention and engagement to tasks. Dr. Pope’s goal was to calculate what degree of automation on flight decks was most beneficial to pilots. When a pilot’s systems are automated this tends to disengage the user. “Our purpose was
Neurofeedback is gaining popularity in military circles in the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. PTSD is a profound type of anxiety that is either caused by a single stressor or a series of events. Military psychologists have reported doing neurofeedback sessions while on duty to treat combat trauma, depression, and insomnia. Participants have claimed
You often hear about athlete’s trying to “get in the zone” before they perform their event. This can be hard whenever the brain is anxious or an athlete has “pre-game jitters.” An anxious brain can lead to mistakes as well as can hinder the athlete’s ability to make decisions. What if there was a way
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