Neurofeedback for Stress & Overwhelm

ANXIETY

Anxiety is a general term for several disorders which cause nervousness, fear, apprehension and worrying. It is the number one reason clients seek out Neurofeedback. These disorders affect how we feel and behave, and they can manifest real physical symptoms. Mild anxiety is vague and unsettling while severe anxiety can be extremely debilitating, having a serious impact on daily life. People often experience a general state of worry or fear before confronting something challenging such as a test, examination, recital, or interview. These feelings are easily justified and considered normal. Anxiety is considered a problem when symptoms interfere with a person’s ability to sleep or otherwise function. Generally speaking, anxiety occurs when a reaction is out of proportion with what might be normally expected in a situation.

Anxiety disorders can be classified into several more specific types. Some examples are panic, phobia, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Anxiety disorders may be caused by environmental factors, medical factors, genetics, brain chemistry, substance abuse or a combination of these. It is most commonly triggered by the stress in our lives. Usually anxiety is a response to outside forces, but it is possible that we make ourselves anxious with “negative self-talk” – a habit of always telling ourselves the worst will happen. Through the process of deep relaxation the brain will bring itself into balance, and our clients begin to feel a sense of calm and well being. The worries and fear simply fall away. People with anxiety disorders present a variety of physical symptoms in addition to non-physical symptoms which characterize the disorders, such as excessive, unrealistic worrying. Many of these symptoms are similar to those exhibited by a person suffering general illness, heart attack or stroke, and this tends to further increase anxiety. The following is a list of physical symptoms associated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD):

TremblingChurning stomach
Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Backache
Heart palpitations
Numbness or “pins and needles” in arms, hands or legs
Sweating/flushing
Restlessness
Easily tired
Trouble concentrating
Irritability
Muscle tension
Frequent urination
Trouble falling or staying asleep
Being easily startled

When life feels like it's always “on”

Modern life can leave little time to slow down.

Work, family, responsibilities and constant stimulation can make it difficult to step away from the demands of the day. Over time, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, mentally tired or unable to fully relax.

Signs that stress may be taking a toll

Stress can look different for everyone. You might notice:

Feeling overwhelmed by everyday demands
Difficulty relaxing
A busy or restless mind
Trouble concentrating
Feeling mentally tired
Difficulty winding down at the end of the day
Sleep that doesn't feel as restorative as you'd like

These experiences don't necessarily mean something is wrong. Sometimes your brain simply needs an opportunity to move out of a constant state of activity.

Supporting the brain's ability to find balance

Brain Awaking works with your individual brainwave patterns through real-time auditory feedback.

The process is designed to provide information about your brain's activity while you listen to the feedback.

At Brain Awakening, we focus on your individual patterns rather than assuming that everyone needs the same approach.

Start with a Brain Evaluation

The Brain Evaluation gives us a 20-point visual snapshot of your brain function across key areas.

It provides an opportunity to look at your individual brain patterns and establish a starting point before beginning sessions.

From there, you can decide whether continuing with additional sessions feels right for you.

Give yourself an opportunity to slow down

If you've been feeling stressed, overwhelmed or simply unable to switch off, exploring how your brain is functioning can be a useful first step.

Brain Awakening is located in Cochrane, Alberta, and continues to serve clients in Cochrane, Calgary and surrounding communities.

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