WILL BIOFEEDBACK HELP ADD ADHDers?
The research is not conclusive. It does seem to help some ADDers. (Realize that using Ritalin, Concerta, Adderal, Cylert, or other mainstream treatments also help some ADDers and not others) The main problem I see with biofeedback is the COST. Sessions are expensive and 40-60 sessions are usually needed before symptoms are lessened appreciably. Also, few insurance companies are willing to pay for biofeedback therapy. Additionally, I tend to disbelieve any claim if it is presented as a cure all. Some outlandish claims are made such as >>> 75% of children are completely free of ADD symptoms after 60 in-office sessions, “alcoholics and drug abusers become sober, and remain sober”, and “biofeedback caused criminals to stay out of jail because they didn’t commit crimes again.” REALLY!! This is a bit much to swallow. If it works SO WELL, why don’t they use it to rehabilitate drug abusers and criminals????? I suggest you visit the following websites and decide for yourself. GO TO www.about.co
