How to Unlock the Your Teen’s ADHD and Discover the Missing Link: Neurofeedback

This is the first in a series of four blogs where we will be exploring the topic of high theta brainwaves in children with ADHD. We’re going to be diving into what theta brainwaves are, what happens when they become imbalanced, what causes an imbalance and what can be done to restore theta brainwave balance. We hope that these blogs will provide valuable insights for parents and children struggling with ADHD and help them take the first step toward finding the support and resources they need to succeed.

Breakthrough ADHD

Emma was a bright and curious child. But despite her best efforts, she found it difficult to concentrate and retain information in the classroom. Her teachers noticed that she would often become distracted and miss important instructions, leading to poor academic performance.

As her parents, John and Sarah tried everything they could to help Emma. They enrolled her in after-school programs, hired a tutor, and bought her educational apps and programs. But despite their best efforts, Emma’s difficulties persisted. They tried many things: white noise machines, earplugs, standing desks, fidget toys and seeking counseling. Nothing seemed to work.

It was when they brought her to our clinic that we uncovered the missing piece of the puzzle.

A comprehensive assessment showed that Emma had high theta brainwaves in the mid-brain section. This imbalance was the root cause of her inattention and brain fog.

At our clinic, we take a holistic approach to helping children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) overcome their challenges. We understand that high theta brainwaves in the mid-brain section can make it difficult for children with ADHD to focus and retain information. This can lead to missed instructions in the classroom, difficulties completing homework, and low self-esteem.

To address Emma’s root cause, our team used a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and neurofeedback.

Once the problem was identified, we could start our individualized program for Emma. We use specific CBT that addresses the large theta brainwaves. This CBT helped Emma identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviours. At the same time, neurofeedback trained her brain to regulate its own activity, reducing the high theta brainwaves in the mid-brain section. Optimizing her brainwaves was vital as it was one of the leading root causes of her attentional problems.

Now, Emma is a different child. She is engaged, focused, and confident. She is excelling in school and is proud of her academic achievements. Her parents are delighted with her progress, and they attribute her success to our breakthrough ADHD method.

If your child struggles with inattention and brain fog, it may be due to high theta brainwaves in the mid-brain section. Our clinic can help address this root cause and provide your child with the support and resources they need to succeed.

Keep an eye out for our next blog, where we will discuss this topic in more detail and explore the connection between high theta brainwaves and inattention issues in children with ADHD.

References

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