![]() ![]() ![]() For example, alcohol is a depressant because it slows the brain down and therefore consuming alcohol before a neurofeedback session will lead to more difficulty with focus and alertness. However, avoid taking drugs such as alcohol, nicotine and cannabis 24 hours before your appointment as they can cross the blood-brain barrier and change EEG activity. Avoid recreational substances You can continue to use prescription drugs for your mental or physical health while on neurofeedback therapy. If you find that you regularly feel tired during your sessions, consider switching your next session to a different time of day. Or maybe, you are a night owl and are therefore more alert during the late afternoons. Perhaps, you have the most energy in the mornings before work or school. ![]() When selecting a time for your neurofeedback session, try to consider not only your availability but also when you will have the most energy. Remember, a child should be getting about 10-12 hours, an adolescent needs 9 hours and adults need between 7 to 8 hours. Think of your next neurofeedback session as if it were a study session or work meeting, and aim to be well-rested for it. Neurofeedback is a learning process so it is important to make sure your brain has enough energy to learn. Try to be well-rested Try to get enough sleep the night before your neurofeedback session, as drowsiness can cause you to receive altered feedback or less feedback than you should. Whatever the case, this is what you can do before your neurofeedback session to maximize the benefits and potentially speed up your progress. Or perhaps you’ve had several training sessions already and are wondering what you can do to achieve optimal results. Introduction You’ve booked your first neurofeedback training session and are wondering what you can do to prepare. ![]()
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