PTSD And Nuero-Feedback

[cragger65]

Similarly to my prior question about 12-step programs, has anyone else tried nuero-feedback (aka bio-feedback) for gaining some sense of control over rampant thoughts. I am having good results with the training after 3 months and would (tentatively) recommend the method as well worth a try. The idea is that chronic thought patterns create distortions in wave symmetry and relations in the brain that can be reconfigured with incredibly simple training techniques. Combined with excercise and meditation it appears quite promising.

just curious, eager to discuss

 

[2quilt]

What was it like? What happens during the therapy? How soon do you see results?

 

[nic]

I did. It helped a bit for dealing with minor to moderate anxiety, but (for me) it didn't seem to work when experiencing major anxiety.

 

[cragger65]

Well, I experience a slight easing of the mind while doing a session. I guess I'm holding out hope because I recently did a 2nd QEEG to compare with where I started and the map of my brain has changed quite significantly. Do I feel all better now? No. But every little bit helps.

 

[warrior]

I am starting EEG neurofeedback. I have an excellent and trusted therapist who told me he has good results with other patients. One needs to have an evaluation first, to determine which part of the brain to work with first.

I do not know how it will turn out for me, but I am hopeful.

Nevertheless, I do believe that there is no one single therapy that heals completely. The best is to (1) work on symptoms using multiple approaches - that way, the effects multiply synergistically, and (2) work on different symptom complexes, so that improvement in one area of life will spur improvement in other areas.

 

[pandora]

Warrior...Do you know if this is offered in canada....

 

[cragger65]

Pandora, I am in a smaller town near Toronto ON, and there were 2 until recently (just one now). But if I can find one here, there must be some in larger centres like TO. Have you searched online for your area?

 

[pandora]

I think I will look into that when the emdr and my back treatments are over if I still am feeling some symptoms. Thanx for the info, please keep us updated.