High-quality sleep and adaptive cognitive emotional regulation strategies can help to promote resilience to depression and anxiety when faced with negative or stressful experiences, according to new research published in the scientific journal Cortex. The researchers were interested in understanding why some individuals experiencing chronic stress develop mental health problems, while others do not. They believedContinueContinue reading “Quality Sleep, Emotional Regulation & Mental Health Resilience”
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About Neurofeedback
Neurofeedback, also called EEG biofeedback or neurotherapy, makes use of neuroplasticity, the brain’s capacity for change, to reshape brain networks. It is a way to directly train the brain to function better. Neurofeedback is an evidence-based process which sharpens attention, relieves anxiety and stress, enhances mood and improves learning and behavior, without medication. Although theContinueContinue reading “About Neurofeedback”
Neurofeedback & Addiction: a path to balance
For thousands of years, the way that our human brain worked was a mystery. With the help of computer technology, mental health professionals have uncovered helpful insight by studying the brain. We are now able to take a glimpse into the intricate mechanics of our minds with the use of a wearable device and aContinueContinue reading “Neurofeedback & Addiction: a path to balance”
Managing Emotions & Aging
Negative emotions, anxiety and depression are thought to promote the onset of neurodegenerative diseases and dementia. But what is their impact on the brain and can their deleterious effects be limited? Neuroscientists at the University of Geneva (UNIGE) observed the activation of the brains of young and older adults when confronted with the psychological suffering of others.ContinueContinue reading “Managing Emotions & Aging”
Oksana Pueschel 