Anxiety
“Your body hears everything your mind says.” – Naomi Judd
How Neurofeedback Targets Anxiety
Reducing Hyperactivity in Key Brain Areas
In people with anxiety, certain brain areas, such as the amygdala (which controls fear responses) and the prefrontal cortex (which helps regulate emotions), can be out of balance. Neurofeedback can help retrain these areas to function more efficiently, reducing the intensity of anxiety responses and improving overall emotional control.
Improved Emotional Regulation
Anxiety is often tied to an inability to manage stress and emotional responses effectively. Neurofeedback trains the brain to shift between different states of arousal, helping individuals develop a better emotional regulation system. Over time, this can make it easier to manage anxiety triggers, as the brain learns to enter a calm state more quickly in response to stress.
Reducing Excessive Beta Activity
During a neurofeedback session, the brain’s excessive beta waves are targeted. High beta waves are associated with anxious, hypervigilant states, and neurofeedback works to reduce their dominance. By learning to decrease beta activity, individuals can reduce feelings of anxiety, restlessness, and overthinking.
Real-World Benefits for Anxiety
Reduce Worry
Research suggests that neurofeedback can reduce symptoms of anxiety-- This includes less frequent or less intense worry,
Calmer & Grounded
Individuals trained through neurofeedback often report feeling calmer, more grounded, and more in control of their thoughts and emotions.
Improved Sleep
Anxiety often interferes with sleep patterns, but neurofeedback can promote relaxation and help regulate sleep cycles
Long-Term Relief
Because the technique helps the brain establish more adaptive patterns of activity, the benefits can continue even after the therapy ends.