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Neurotransmitter System Refresher
This post covers Small- and Large-Molecule NTs, Ionotropic and Metabotropic Receptors, and Amino Acid, Amine, Peptide, and Lipid NTs.
BioSource Faculty
Aug 5, 202319 min read
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Neuronal Communication Refresher
Neuronal communication is bidirectional, chemical and electrical, and across and outside of classical synapses.
BioSource Faculty
Aug 2, 20239 min read
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Cortex Refresher
This post provides an in-depth review of cortex structure and the functions of critical subregions.
BioSource Faculty
Jul 31, 202316 min read
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Evidence-Based Practice Preview: Part 3
This preview covers Epilepsy, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Panic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Preeclampsia.
BioSource Faculty
Jun 28, 20237 min read
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Evidence-Based Practice Preview: Part 2
This installment covers Depression, Diabetes, Erectile Dysfunction, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Hypertension, and Low Back Pain.
BioSource Faculty
Jun 28, 20237 min read
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Neurofeedback Shows Promise in Treating Traumatic Brain Injury
Neurofeedback is probably efficacious in treating mild TBI (mTBI) symptoms, including memory, attention, and decision-making deficits.
BioSource Faculty
Jun 8, 202310 min read
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BCIA Neurofeedback Certification for Smart People
Neurofeedback is an effective treatment for various conditions, such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and epilepsy. Neurofeedback can also...
BioSource Faculty
Apr 27, 20235 min read
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Breathing Basics - Part 2: Assessment
Breathing assessment should always precede HRV biofeedback because dysfunctional breathing can frustrate training success. Clinicians may...
BioSource Faculty
Apr 27, 20237 min read
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Strategies for Entering the Field
You are a licensed healthcare provider or optimal performance coach who wants to add biofeedback to your practice but are overwhelmed by...
BioSource Faculty
Apr 2, 20236 min read
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Dr. Donald Moss on Multiple Relationships
Maintaining a healthy therapeutic relationship characterized by trust and empathy is critical to success in all behavioral and healthcare...
BioSource Faculty
Jan 14, 20238 min read
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Neuroscience Breakthroughs Since Graduate School - Part 5: Depression
Since major depressive disorder (MDD) is a heterogeneous disorder, researchers study its diverse phenotypes. Heritability ranges from...
BioSource Faculty
Dec 28, 202218 min read
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EEG Montages - Part 3: Pros and Cons
We will review the remaining montages not previously discussed in the two previous posts, best practices, the strengths and weaknesses of...
BioSource Faculty
Nov 16, 202220 min read
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EEG Montages: Part 2 - Selecting the Best Comparison
A montage groups electrodes together (combines derivations) to record EEG activity (Thomas, 2007). Clinicians monitor EEG activity using...
BioSource Faculty
Nov 5, 202210 min read
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EEG Montages: Part 1 - Differential Amplifiers
EEG montages combine derivations, which are pairs of electrodes. We will explore differential amplifiers and common mode rejection to...
BioSource Faculty
Oct 22, 202210 min read
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A Successful qEEG-Guided Trauma Intervention
Biofeedback and neurofeedback are efficacious treatments for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

John Davis
Sep 25, 20224 min read
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Neurofeedback Is an Effective Treatment for PTSD
Neuroplasticity is a double-edged sword. Whereas trauma often results in dysfunctional brain adaptation, neurofeedback can reduce PTSD...

John Davis
Aug 18, 20222 min read
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BCIA Mentoring Versus Supervision: Why the Difference Matters
BCIA requires mentoring as an educational process for individuals seeking BCIA certification. Listen to Dr. Moss explain the difference...
Fred Shaffer
Jul 31, 20222 min read
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Neurofeedback is an Effective Treatment for Epilepsy and Seizures
Seizures are abnormal, involuntary behaviors and/or mental states that can occur for many reasons. The variety of seizures is large, with...

John Davis
Jul 31, 20222 min read
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