Neurofeedback in the treatment of patients diagnosed with ADHD – a review of research

Flisiak-Antonijczuk, Halina; Adamowska, Sylwia; Chładzińska-Kiejna, Sylwia; Kalinowski, Roman; Adamowski, Tomasz

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“…Studies of brain function in children with ADHD have shown a decrease in blood flow (hypoperfusion) in the frontal lobes and basal nuclei [16][17][18]. Other studies have shown increased theta activity in the frontal areas, increased delta activity and decreased alpha and beta activity in the occipital areas [19][20][21]. EEG (electroencephalography) recording also revealed the occurrence of numerous epileptiform grafoelements [22].…”

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Impact of Motivation on Selected Aspects of Attention in Children with ADHD

Skalski

Pochwatko

Balas

2020

Child Psychiatry Hum Dev

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Earlier reports showed the co-occurrence of a motivation deficit in children with ADHD. The purpose of this study was to assess the impact of extrinsic motivation on selected aspects of attention in children with ADHD, as well as to measure cortical activity and dimensions of motivation as per the self-determination theory. The study included 30 children with ADHD and 30 typically developing (TD) children aged 9–13 years. Children with ADHD exhibited a higher theta/beta power ratio (TBR) in the midline and a lower regional cerebral blood oxygenation (rCBO2) level in prefrontal areas measured using the HEG ratio compared to TD children. Children with ADHD were more likely to undertake activity under the pressure of external stimuli and exhibited attention deficits regarding vigilance, visual search and divided attention. Differences between groups regarding attention decreased in conditions of increased motivation, indicating that motivation can reduce cognitive deficits in children with ADHD.

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Impact of Motivation on Selected Aspects of Attention in Children with ADHD

Skalski

Pochwatko

Balas

2020

Child Psychiatry Hum Dev

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Application of QEEG in psychiatry taking into account the population of children and adolescents

Wiśniewska

Gmitrowicz

Pawełczyk³

2016

PSYCHIATR. PSYCHOL. KLIN.

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MiniQEEG and Neurofeedback in Diagnosis and Treatment of COVID-19-Related Panic Attacks: A Case Report

Kopańska

Dejnowicz-Velitchkov²,

Bartman³

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Brain Sciences

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Background: Both the global COVID-19 pandemic situation, as well as the current political situation in Eastern Europe may exacerbate anxiety and contribute to stress-related disorders such as panic disorder. Electroencephalography (EEG)-based neurofeedback provides both assessment of the subject’s brainwave activity as well as the possibility of its therapeutic correction. It is possible that it can be implemented as an auxiliary treatment in panic disorders of different origin. The aim of this feasibility study was to demonstrate (both short- and long-term) effectiveness of neurofeedback therapy in a patient with previously diagnosed panic attacks, related to fear of COVID-19 infection. Methods: We report the case study of a 47-year-old man affected by panic attacks, related to his profound, constant fear of COVID-19 infection and its sequelae. For the initial diagnostic workup, several clinical and research tools were used: 1. Baseline psychological exam; 2. Anxiety—targeted interview performed by miniQEEG therapist; 3. Analysis of previous clinical test results (EEG record/lab blood test); and 4. The miniQEEG exam (central strip recording Cz-C3-C4), The patient was subjected to regular EEG Neurofeedback sessions for two consecutive months. After completing the treatment, follow-up tests, as listed above were repeated immediately after completing the whole treatment program, as well as 1 and 2 years later. MiniQEEG results were compared with healthy control (age-matched male subject not affected with panic attacks) and evaluated over the time that the subject was involved in the study. Results: Initially, the patient was suffering from severe panic attacks accompanied by vegetative symptoms and from destructive and negative thoughts. After 8 consecutive weeks of treatment encompassing sixteen QEEG neurofeedback training sessions (each lasting 30 min), a subjective improvement of his complaints was reported. More importantly, QEEG records of the patient also improved, approximating the pattern of QEEG recorded in the healthy control. Conclusion: In this single case-based feasibility analysis, we demonstrate that systematic application of QEEG-Neurofeedback may result in manifest and durable therapeutic effect. Of note, use of this treatment may be a valuable option for patients with panic attack/panic disorder, especially if related to the psychological burden of the COVID-19/war era. Future studies on a larger patient population, especially with a longitudinal/prospective design, are warranted.

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Neurofeedback in the treatment of patients diagnosed with ADHD – a review of research

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References 28 publications

Impact of Motivation on Selected Aspects of Attention in Children with ADHD

Impact of Motivation on Selected Aspects of Attention in Children with ADHD

Application of QEEG in psychiatry taking into account the population of children and adolescents

MiniQEEG and Neurofeedback in Diagnosis and Treatment of COVID-19-Related Panic Attacks: A Case Report

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