Neurofeedback for ADHD

Children and Teens

Children with untreated ADHD often struggle with learning, emotional regulation, and peer relationships. They may receive poor grades, have more behavioral issues, and experience low self-esteem. Teenagers with ADHD face increased risks of depression, substance use, driving accidents, and academic underachievement.

Adults

Adults with ADHD may experience chronic disorganization, forgetfulness, difficulty focusing, procrastination, restlessness, mood swings, and trouble managing responsibilities. Many adults were never formally diagnosed in childhood but still struggle with symptoms that affect their careers and relationships.

Neurofeedback offers a personalized, non-medication-based approach to help both children and adults manage ADHD symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Some individuals with ADHD also experience heightened sensitivity to sensory input, particularly sound. This can contribute to irritability, overwhelm, difficulty concentrating, or strong emotional reactions to everyday noises. These sound-triggered stress responses are sometimes referred to as misophonia and are often related to nervous system overactivation rather than a separate diagnosis.

Neurofeedback for Children and Adults with ADHD

The Neurofeedback approach has shown significant improvements in ADHD symptoms in as little as eight to ten weeks. Neurofeedback works by guiding the brain to shift disorganized or underperforming brainwave patterns into more stable, organized patterns. This process enhances attention, impulse control, emotional regulation, and overall brain efficiency.

Many individuals with ADHD exhibit brainwave patterns that are running too slowly in key areas, which is why stimulant medications are often prescribed to increase brain activity. Our neurofeedback approach focuses on brain stability by helping the brain regulate these patterns itself, training it to function more efficiently and consistently without relying solely on medication.

Neurofeedback is safe, drug-free, and individualized to the client’s brain activity. It can be used as a standalone therapy or in conjunction with other treatments, such as behavioral therapy, educational support, or medication. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes EEG biofeedback (neurofeedback) as a Level 1 – “Best Support” intervention for children with ADHD—their highest level of evidence-based endorsement for psychosocial treatments.

Note: Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to any current treatment plan.

Traditional Treatments and Medication

Stimulant medications like Adderall, Vyvanse, or Ritalin are commonly prescribed for ADHD and can be helpful for many. However, they may cause side effects such as appetite suppression, sleep issues, irritability, or emotional numbness. Additionally, medication only works while it's active in the system; it does not teach the brain to function differently on its own.

Neurofeedback, on the other hand, addresses the root of the issue by training the brain to self-regulate. While medication manages symptoms temporarily, neurofeedback creates lasting changes in brain function by encouraging new, more efficient neural patterns.

For many clients, neurofeedback provides an alternative to medication. For others, it complements existing treatment, potentially reducing the need for medication over time.