Neurofeedback Therapy Can Help Alleviate Anxiety
A Natural Approach to Mental Wellness
Anxiety. It’s a condition that seems to be affecting more and more Americans as we live our lives with real-time access to information, news, and experiences. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), over 40 million adults in the United States have an anxiety disorder, and 7% of children in the U.S. experience issues with anxiety. If you or a loved one suffers from anxiety, you are not alone, and positive, long-lasting, medication-free therapy exists!
Millions suffer from anxiety symptoms.
Anxiety disorders are a group of related conditions; however, all anxiety conditions have one common thread: persistent, excessive worry or fear in situations that are not threatening. If you have anxiety, you may experience some of the following symptoms:
- Apprehension and dread
- Feeling tense, restless, irritable, or jumpy
- Frequently watching for signs of danger
- Expecting the worst in situations
- Racing heart or shortness of breath
- Sweating and/or upset stomach
- Headaches, fatigue, and/or insomnia
Treatments exist, but what is effective?
Anxiety is often treated with counseling, therapy, and medication. While anxiety has symptoms, medication often has unintended side effects, including drowsiness, weight gain, headaches, attention problems, upset stomach, and difficulty focusing. The use of medication to treat anxiety often leaves patients to choose if they’d rather experience the symptoms of anxiety or the side effects of medication. Thankfully, there is another option: neurofeedback training. Neurofeedback is a medication-free, pain-free, non-invasive therapy that offers long-term results.
How does neurofeedback training help with anxiety symptoms?
In patients suffering from anxiety, the brain is higher in beta waves on one side of the brain. This imbalance leads to worry, stress, and anxiety. Neurofeedback is a therapy that trains the brain to create healthier pathways and redistribute brainwaves for better brain balance, which in turn reduces the patient’s levels of worry, stress, and anxiety. The therapy is done in relaxing, short sessions and involves measuring brainwaves and providing real-time feedback to help the brain self-correct patterns linked to anxiety. Over time, neurofeedback strengthens healthy brainwave patterns, reducing anxiety symptoms.
Unlike medication, neurofeedback addresses the root cause of anxiety by promoting long-term changes in brain function, offering lasting relief without side effects. It’s especially beneficial for individuals looking for a natural and personalized approach to managing anxiety.
Experience calm.
Many patients who participate in neurofeedback therapy experience improved emotional regulation, better focus, and a greater sense of calm. If you struggle with anxiety, consider exploring neurofeedback as a way to regain control and restore balance to your life.
We’re here to help.
If you’re ready to reduce your anxiety and experience more peace in your life, the staff at A Restored Mind are ready to help! Contact us online to set up a free consultation or call us at 336-480-7623.
