There are things you can do to at your end to make sure you get the maximum out of your Neurofeedback sessions.
People have slowly started to see and realize that there are treatment alternatives in medicine besides popping pills. Be it physical or mental health, options such as therapy, acupressure, and lifestyle changes are beginning to gain popularity.
Neurofeedback is one of these many effective substitutes that is becoming a hit with the masses. Also known as neuro biofeedback, it is a type of feedback that uses real-time data displayed by the brain activity, to get a lowdown into how a person’s brain functions.
How you can get the maximum benefit from your neurofeedback sessions
Though neurofeedback sessions are beneficial in many ways, there are certain things that you can do at your end to make the experience even more effective for yourself.
Identify your condition
Many people resort to Neurofeedback sessions to help their stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, sleep issues etc. Hence, it’s essential for you to know and understand what is it that you need Neurofeedback for. It’s vital for you to identify your condition and what you desire from the results.
But note that it’s not vital for you to be suffering from any of these conditions above to undergo Neurofeedback sessions. Some clients resort to his form of feedback for a healthier and more productive brain. Others sit through the sessions to feel calmer and more peaceful.
But all of them have one thing in common- they know what they want. Therefore, be clear on what is it that you wish to achieve from the sessions, as this will help the practitioner decide the frequency and the duration of your sessions.
Undergo the sessions only if you absolutely wish to
You need to be mentally prepared for Neurofeedback, as it is only then that the sessions will benefit you the most. If you are suffering from a condition that you wish to eliminate from your life, you need to aim towards feeling better. You need to believe that Neurofeedback will benefit and help you. The results may not be as effective if you keep second-guessing this alternative to medicine or are unsure about its effects.
Stay positive and keep reminding yourself that Neurofeedback will do you good. It’s okay to be unsure at first. But once you get into it, do so wholeheartedly for desired results. It’s vital to keep your heart and mind open.
Seek treatment from a Neurofeedback professional
Neurofeedback is an extremely professional practice that requires immense expertise as well as knowledge. Hence you need to seek treatment from a thorough professional. Make sure you do enough research about the practitioner and judge whether he/she has enough command on what they are doing.
Make it a point to give as well as take constant feedback
It is essential to let the practitioner know how and what you are feeling, on a regular basis. You need to tell him/her about the change in your mood, sleep patterns, behaviour etc. That way, the practitioner knows the changes that are occurring. This helps him/her tweak the protocol. Similarly, you need to keep asking the expert about the changes that Neurofeedback is resulting in.
Ask for feedback on your progress and what needs to be done for improvement. Both things need to be done before and after the sessions.
Get enough sleep before the Neurofeedback sessions
Neurofeedback sessions are the most effective on a fresh and active brain. Of course, if you are undergoing the sessions to get rid of your insomnia or sleep troubles, then it’s a different story. But in general, try to get as many hours of sleep as possible.
Exercise regularly
Working out produces a chemical in the body known as serotonin which is responsible for making you feel happy. Hence, with more serotonin in your body, your brain is accustomed to transforming faster during Neurofeedback sessions.
Eat healthy
It’s essential for you to eat healthy and also eat on time. Avoid heavily fried and oily foods. Stick to your homemade staple food and eat your meals at your regular timings. Try and have a light dinner and finish early. Having dinner before 7 pm has been scientifically proven to benefit health greatly.
So now that you know how to make the most of Neurofeedback are you geared up for the sessions? Good luck!
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