Comments on: Neurofeedback for ADHD: Double Blind Research http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/ A blog about Attention Deficit Disorder, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:39:26 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 By: Lisa http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-550473 Lisa Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:55:41 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-550473 Hi Lynn, Thanks for the question. I'm certified through Brain State Technologies and have worked with clients for a little over two years using this system. I chose Brain State Technologies for several reasons, primarily because the process can help people despite their current ability to focus, perform at a high cognitive level, or follow strict instructions. I researched other less expensive programs and felt the investment in Brain State Technologies was most certainly worth it, considering the continual development in software that benefits the clients, the continuing education provided to affiliates, and the ongoing support. If you have any additional questions, I'm more than happy to help. All the best to you! Lisa Hi Lynn,

Thanks for the question. I’m certified through Brain State Technologies and have worked with clients for a little over two years using this system. I chose Brain State Technologies for several reasons, primarily because the process can help people despite their current ability to focus, perform at a high cognitive level, or follow strict instructions. I researched other less expensive programs and felt the investment in Brain State Technologies was most certainly worth it, considering the continual development in software that benefits the clients, the continuing education provided to affiliates, and the ongoing support. If you have any additional questions, I’m more than happy to help.

All the best to you!

Lisa

]]> By: Lisa http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-550439 Lisa Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:38:39 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-550439 Hi Laurie, I saw your post from 2009 and hope the issues with your now 4 year-old haveresolved. If not, please consider talking with a Brain State Technologist in your area. The process doesn't require concentration or cognitive performance, so it can work well for younger children (as well as adults who just don't want to deal with the challenge of games.) You can Google the company and their site lists all locations, hopefully there's one near you.(I would post the site, but I don't know if that's permitted.) Best of luck to you! Lisa Hi Laurie,

I saw your post from 2009 and hope the issues with your now 4 year-old haveresolved. If not, please consider talking with a Brain State Technologist in your area. The process doesn’t require concentration or cognitive performance, so it can work well for younger children (as well as adults who just don’t want to deal with the challenge of games.)

You can Google the company and their site lists all locations, hopefully there’s one near you.(I would post the site, but I don’t know if that’s permitted.)

Best of luck to you!

Lisa

]]> By: Lynn Cadwalader http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-536241 Lynn Cadwalader Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:51:39 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-536241 To Lisa Witherow, I have been researching the subject for only a few hours and am leaning toward exploring treatment for my child. I'm wondering about the specifics of the form of neurofeedback you became certified in. I'm intrigued that this is a possibility. As a therapist, I may be interested in exploring certification as well. What is the name of the certifying organization? Why did you choose this particular form? To Lisa Witherow,
I have been researching the subject for only a few hours and am leaning toward exploring treatment for my child. I’m wondering about the specifics of the form of neurofeedback you became certified in. I’m intrigued that this is a possibility. As a therapist, I may be interested in exploring certification as well. What is the name of the certifying organization? Why did you choose this particular form?

]]> By: Lisa Witherow http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-446713 Lisa Witherow Sun, 12 Jun 2011 06:23:10 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-446713 I have personally done a form of neurofeedback (or brainwave optimization) for post-partum depression and had such relief of symptoms that I became certified as a provider. I felt it was a non-invasive, natural alternative that needed to be more available to people. Since my certification, I've trained two of my children (one with ADD), and more than 70 others ranging from four-years-old to 78. I agree that it isn't necessarily the answer for everyone, although I have only had two clients say that they saw minor rather than major changes after doing sessions. Children seem to do particularly well and typically only need ten sessions to see results using the system that I use. Brainwave Optimization has been such a blessing to me as I've experienced major improvements in my life and been able to be a catalyst in the lives of many others. I encourage everyone looking for alternatives to pursue them - your open-mindedness could change the future of someone with ADD. I have personally done a form of neurofeedback (or brainwave optimization) for post-partum depression and had such relief of symptoms that I became certified as a provider. I felt it was a non-invasive, natural alternative that needed to be more available to people. Since my certification, I’ve trained two of my children (one with ADD), and more than 70 others ranging from four-years-old to 78. I agree that it isn’t necessarily the answer for everyone, although I have only had two clients say that they saw minor rather than major changes after doing sessions. Children seem to do particularly well and typically only need ten sessions to see results using the system that I use. Brainwave Optimization has been such a blessing to me as I’ve experienced major improvements in my life and been able to be a catalyst in the lives of many others. I encourage everyone looking for alternatives to pursue them – your open-mindedness could change the future of someone with ADD.

]]> By: Dr. Kenny Handelman http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-412829 Dr. Kenny Handelman Mon, 09 May 2011 23:14:44 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-412829 Hi Kathleen, I don't provide neurofeedback in my clinic. If you want to find out more about where you can get this treatment - go to google and search for "Neurofeedback for ADHD ". That should give you some options of people to contact :-) Hi Kathleen,
I don’t provide neurofeedback in my clinic. If you want to find out more about where you can get this treatment – go to google and search for “Neurofeedback for ADHD “. That should give you some options of people to contact :-)

]]> By: kathleen http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-412151 kathleen Mon, 09 May 2011 06:10:32 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-412151 How can I contact you about getting neurofeedback for my daughter? How can I contact you about getting neurofeedback for my daughter?

]]> By: Sarah http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-387136 Sarah Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:40:50 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-387136 My son who is 6yrs old just completed 33 treatments of neurofeedback and intially was told the average person takes about 40 treatments, stopped at 33 because there were minimal changes and then they would dissapear. The psycologist told me she would almost guarntee that we would see results and my case was a hard one, which now I think that was not true, I think it just does not work for everyone and truthfully prescription meds work much better in my sons case, I just have to accept that this is the best treatment for him for the time being. Will always be keeping a look out for new alternative treatments but will make sure they have fully backed studies behind them before I invest in these expensive treatments that do not work. My son who is 6yrs old just completed 33 treatments of neurofeedback and intially was told the average person takes about 40 treatments, stopped at 33 because there were minimal changes and then they would dissapear. The psycologist told me she would almost guarntee that we would see results and my case was a hard one, which now I think that was not true, I think it just does not work for everyone and truthfully prescription meds work much better in my sons case, I just have to accept that this is the best treatment for him for the time being. Will always be keeping a look out for new alternative treatments but will make sure they have fully backed studies behind them before I invest in these expensive treatments that do not work.

]]> By: Allison http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-352849 Allison Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:40:01 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-352849 I've been reading a lot about this and have no real opinion formed yet. Both my boys are well managed on Concerta and I'm not ready to take them off. They are both doing well. I, like every parent, worry about having a child on meds for a long time. I love the idea that the child's brain learns to train itself. Why do all these alternatives cost SO MUCH $$? If they really want to promote these treatments as effective and accessible, they really should make it more financially accessible. I would really love to see if this study has been completed and published. I’ve been reading a lot about this and have no real opinion formed yet. Both my boys are well managed on Concerta and I’m not ready to take them off. They are both doing well. I, like every parent, worry about having a child on meds for a long time. I love the idea that the child’s brain learns to train itself. Why do all these alternatives cost SO MUCH $$? If they really want to promote these treatments as effective and accessible, they really should make it more financially accessible.

I would really love to see if this study has been completed and published.

]]> By: Mary http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-326145 Mary Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:21:16 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-326145 I am curious about the status of this study at Ohio State in regards to neurofeedback. Our seven year old son has been on Metadate CD (dose 10 mg. through 50mg), Adderall XR that caused too much anxiety, and currently is on the 30mg. Daytrana patch. One issue is that it doesn't last 24 hours, and when he isn't on meds, he is extremely hard to handle due to hyperactivity & impulsivity. We are researching other non medicine options, namely neurofeedback & have been in contact with a clinic that does it. What is your experience with it....effectiveness, longevity of benefits, etc? Thank you I am curious about the status of this study at Ohio State in regards to neurofeedback. Our seven year old son has been on Metadate CD (dose 10 mg. through 50mg), Adderall XR that caused too much anxiety, and currently is on the 30mg. Daytrana patch. One issue is that it doesn’t last 24 hours, and when he isn’t on meds, he is extremely hard to handle due to hyperactivity & impulsivity. We are researching other non medicine options, namely neurofeedback & have been in contact with a clinic that does it.

What is your experience with it….effectiveness, longevity of benefits, etc?
Thank you

]]> By: Melissa http://www.addadhdblog.com/neurofeedback-for-adhd-research/comment-page-1/#comment-281849 Melissa Mon, 15 Nov 2010 10:31:33 +0000 http://www.addadhdblog.com/?p=314#comment-281849 Well, it's been almost a year now that he's been taking neurofeedback and I have to say that I'm pretty disappointed that it doesn't seem to be working for him. We ended up having to put him on medication, he was just unable to function in school without it and the feedback wasn't helping. Even with medication and the neurofeedback he still has a few rough days. All in all I'd say it probably hasn't done much for him. He does well in the sessions, but doesn't seem to apply it to real life. Next month will be a year since we started. We were told that him being on meds would make it take longer for the feedback to work, so we may give it another year or so to work. After that we'll probably call it quits. At least we gave it a try. Hopefully you have better luck if you decide to try it. Well, it’s been almost a year now that he’s been taking neurofeedback and I have to say that I’m pretty disappointed that it doesn’t seem to be working for him. We ended up having to put him on medication, he was just unable to function in school without it and the feedback wasn’t helping. Even with medication and the neurofeedback he still has a few rough days. All in all I’d say it probably hasn’t done much for him. He does well in the sessions, but doesn’t seem to apply it to real life. Next month will be a year since we started. We were told that him being on meds would make it take longer for the feedback to work, so we may give it another year or so to work. After that we’ll probably call it quits. At least we gave it a try. Hopefully you have better luck if you decide to try it.

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