BCIA Continuing Education Posts

Dr. Davis wrote this frequently asked neurofeedback questions post as a resource for staff training and your clinic website.

Spindling excessive beta (SEB) represents a critical neurophysiological marker of cortical dysregulation identifiable on the EEG.

Breathing ensures healthy CO2 levels. The main functions of breathing are gas exchange and acid-base (pH) regulation.

I wrote this post to clear up confusion about frequency and amplitude, and give you a basic format for thinking about the EEG signal.

The IQCB guidelines formalize data collection, inspection, and analysis procedures to improve qEEG reliability and clinical acceptance.

The temporal and parietal lobes are the earliest affected, and the frontal and occipital lobes are the latest.

ADHD and ODD are distinct disorders with unique causes, symptoms, and treatment needs.

ADHD is associated with hypocoherence in major neural networks, particularly the DMN, SalN, and AttDN.

Language allows us to share our thoughts and ideas with others, rather than being essential for thinking.

Integrating biofeedback and neurofeedback represents a promising frontier in physiological self-regulation approaches.

The medical community has mistakenly viewed transient ischemic attacks as relatively harmless events.

Environmental and lifestyle factors accounted for 17% of disease mortality risk, while genetics contributed just 2%.

Fetal exposure to acetaminophen may increase the likelihood of developing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Pupil size fluctuates across the breathing cycle.

Insights arise abruptly through conscious and unconscious processing, often characterized by a sudden restructuring of perception.

Positive Affect Therapy (PAT) represents a paradigm shift in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders.

Cuijpers and colleagues (2021) emphasize the importance of integrating psychotherapy and medication in depression treatment.

The study found a significant reduction in life expectancy for adults with ADHD.

The insular cortex is your brain's integration hub for bodily sensations, emotions, and thoughts.

The extended exhalation in sighing stimulates vagal nerve activity, promoting a calming effect on the nervous system.