When Will I See Neurofeedback Results?
Every brain learns at its own pace. Discover what to expect as you begin training, how progress may unfold, and what makes your journey unique.
You’ve done your research on neurofeedback and you’re excited to get started. But how long does it take to start noticing a difference?
What Does Your Brain’s Learning Process Look Like?
Think of neurofeedback as learning to ride your bike, write with a pencil or play the piano. You practice, practice, and practice some more and pretty soon you’re doing it without thinking about it. It may seem easy now, but your brain went through a learning process to accomplish the task. Neurofeedback is a learning process.
As you relax during your sessions your brain is learning how to produce more efficient and effective brain wave patterns. More efficient brainwave patterns help alleviate symptoms. Some people start to feel better and notice a difference in their symptoms by 10 to 15 sessions. The changes may be very subtle, like having a bit more energy, feeling more optimistic or maybe sleep improves. The amount of time that it takes for permanent changes to take place in the white and gray matter of the brain with neurofeedback is a minimum of 20 sessions. And what is even more awesome is that your brain will continue to learn after you complete your sessions!
Brain Boosters
Here are some tips to help optimize your neurofeedback sessions, so that you can start noticing a difference sooner.
NUTRITION/DIET
- Drink water, stay hydrated
- Eat Lean Proteins
- Minimise Processed Food
- Eat more food with anti-inflammatory properties like green leafy vegetables, strawberries, tart cheeries, salmon
- Whole food with Omega-3 fatty acids
- Oh and did we mention.. stay hydrated!
SLEEP
- Setting a consistent bedtime
- Dim the lights 3 hours before going to bed (Avoid blue light exposure)
- Stop using your phone sometime before you go to sleep
- Read a book instead of watching TV before bed
- Download the software f.lux onto your computer to lower the blue light after the sun goes down
- Keep your bedroom dark and cool
EXERCISE REGULARLY
- Move your Body
- Go for a walk (or maybe a longer walk ☺)
- Get out in nature
- Make sure you’re getting sunlight each day.
Still got Questions?
If you’ve still got questions or are curious about neurofeedback, Call Or Text (843) 438-7775
