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Neurofeedback Treatment for Adult and Kids with ADD/ADHD

4/4/2014

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An estimated 6-9% of all children have symptoms diagnosable as ADD or ADHD. While we often think of these conditions as affecting only kids, an estimated 60-70% of kids with ADD/ADHD continue to have symptoms into adulthood. ADD and ADHD are the result of dis-regulation in the brain. The dis-regulation can be over- or under-activity in different parts of the brain. Neurofeedback (NFB) helps achieve regulation and therefore, restores balance and optimal functioning. Symptoms of childhood ADD/ADHD include problems paying attention, impulsivity, and problems sitting still or being quiet. Symptoms in adults include anxiety, chronic boredom, chronic forgetfulness and lateness, depression, anger, and procrastination. Compared to other adults, those with ADD/ADHD miss more days of work, have more co-occurring conditions (for example, depression, anxiety, substance abuse), and have higher medical costs. 

Call or email the office for more information or to schedule a pediatric or adult assessment. 

Below are links to (1) a study published in the journal Pediatrics showing sustained effects of NFB with a group of 100 7-11 years olds and (2) a study published in the Journal of Adult Development showing the positive effects of NFB with adults with ADD/ADHD. 

http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2014/02/11/peds.2013-2059.abstract

http://link.springer.com/article/10.100_7%2Fs10804-005-7028-6?LI=true#page-2
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Paul Chiu
9/26/2016 07:58:31 pm

Do you work with extreme introvert teens ? and how ?
Thanks.

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