The progression of time is an inevitable fate for all living systems. Everything from cells, to tissue, to the nervous system and brain is susceptible to wear and tear, including that aspect of an individual’s life that is the most intimate, conscious experience.  As we age, cognitive decline becomes a concern for many, impacting memory, attention, and overall cognitive function. The subject of gerontology has extensively documented the increased risk of acquiring dementia, of which Alzheimer’s disease is just one type, with every decade after the age of 60. Dementia is a general term fo ..read more

The human brain is a marvel, capable of profound transformation and heightened states of consciousness. For decades, one pioneering neurofeedback technique has been at the forefront of these transformative experiences - Alpha-Theta neurofeedback. Originally known as the Peniston Protocol, this method has evolved into a versatile tool used for addiction recovery, PTSD treatment, and unlocking the pathways to creativity and flow state. A Brief History of Alpha-Theta Neurofeedback Alpha-Theta neurofeedback, sometimes referred to simply as Alpha-Theta training, was developed by Dr. Eugene Peniston ..read more

In a world where success often hinges on mental prowess, why not give your brain the advantage it deserves? In today's competitive world, individuals from various walks of life are seeking new ways to enhance their performance and gain a competitive edge. Whether you're an athlete aiming for peak physical and mental performance, a musician striving for creative brilliance, an artist seeking inspiration, a gamer chasing the next high score, or a writer pursuing the perfect words, achieving your best often starts with your brain. This is where neurofeedback and qEEG assessment come into play, of ..read more

All living organisms partake/Share the universal dependence on the environment for their own survival. Coping with the demands and stresses of one’s environment captures the essence of the survival instinct. The main priority of every living creature comes down to the pursuit or avoidance of different stimuli. Threat detection and avoiding harm or injury is a deeply inborn reflex that has neurological underpinnings, but carries a high metabolic demand. Depending on the severity of the threat with which one is faced, the outcome of this survival instinct can have long-lasting consequences that ..read more

Applying the mind to any task can be challenging, especially with the sheer number of demands that our modern life can present. It is a known fact that the mind is always being shaped and reshaped by our life experience. Every new and unique demand in life, catalyzes structural change in the brain. The ability to learn something new, or form a new memory implies that the connections and function of the brain is always adjusting to meet our demands with more efficiency. Concentration, mental clarity, memory retrieval, and even creativity, are some of the common features that are associated wit ..read more

It is important and helpful to consider what it is that allows us to enjoy our lives in the first place. What is it that makes the taste of strawberries, or the sound of music so delightful? This answer eventually comes down to the foundation of our conscious life, the brain and nervous system. It is what commands everything from externally obvious muscular contractions, to the private world of our very own thoughts. The function of the brain underpins everything from physical sensations, to psychological states. The brain is a dynamic and adaptive system which is itself reared and conditione ..read more

Learning is at the basis of human life and underlies most of our abilities. In fact, most of the fundamental elements of having a physical body and preserving its health, require hardwired and automatic behaviors. Everyday skills and experiences such as walking, brushing teeth, driving a car, and even social interactions, require an automated process that provides efficiency and familiarity. Without familiarity and efficiency, it would be impossible for the brain to map the world around us, and therefore have any semblance of a meaningful and goal-directed life. This mapping is critical becau ..read more

As fundamentally biological beings, the function of our bodies and minds require time for rest and recovery. From the essential function of individual cells, to the tissue that those cells comprise, a consistent theme of cleaning and repairing can always be observed. When it comes to more complex organisms, everything from insects to human beings partake in the universal behavior of rest and sleep. Whether it is a nocturnal schedule, or seasonal hibernation, periods of low metabolic activity devoted to recuperation are essential in the performance of all living systems. So central in fact is ..read more

Sports performance and athletic conditioning in the current day and age are not just something that only elite professionals are concerned with. The spread of information about the implications of health on our cognitive and mental life, has motivated much more of the public to become involved with sports and fitness than at any other time in history. The global gym industry was estimated to be in the $100 billion range in 2020. This doesn’t even take into account the exponential spike in trends like fitness trackers, and the supplement market which adds another $150 billion ticket to the lis ..read more

Seizures and epilepsy have been a part of the human experience since nearly the beginning of recorded history. Loss of bodily control and physical convulsions that have come to typify the presentation of a seizure, have classically been witnessed in some of the most ancient literature, and often attributed to either divine or demonic possession. Until more recent technological developments, seizures have been an enigmatic phenomenon, to which many other diseases and afflictions have become credited. As scientific instrumentation and medical technology developed, identification and tracking of ..read more