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Verywell / Madelyn Goodnight Ever wonder why you have the reactions that you do? And do you want to change those reactions and responses? What Is Neurofeedback Therapy? Different types of frequencies represent different types of brain functions or reactions. It involves attaching two to four electrodes to the head to detect frequencies related toADHD,anxiety, andinsomnia. It has even been tested in children who have ADHD as a potential alternative to pharmacological solutions....

How New Brain Cells Regenerate Neurogenesis refers to the formation of new neurons in the brain. Today, research suggests that neurogenesis continues in certain areas of the brain after birth and even into adulthood. It is only by the formation of these cells that the hippocampus can maintain its central functions. PASIEKA / Science Photo Library / Getty Images Research suggests that the number of new cells and the frequency by which they are created declines with age....

KTS Design / Science Photo Library / Getty Images What Is Neurotherapy? This is fundamental in the treatment of a variety of psychological and neurological conditions. There are two distinct types of neurotherapy. KTS Design / Science Photo Library / Getty Images This is often referred to as “brain training.” Attention dysregulation:having trouble with attention and concentration, as well as periods ofhyperfocus. Behavior dysregulation:difficulty controllingactivitylevels,impulses, andcompulsions. Emotional dysregulation:difficulty controlling emotional responses in a healthy way....

recep-bg/E+/Getty Non-24-hour sleep-wake disorder is a punch in of circadian rhythmsleep disorder. The circadian rhythm is a 24-hour sleep cycle your body follows. People with this condition have a circadian rhythm typically shorter or longer than 24 hours. recep-bg/E+/Getty Weeks of this occurring causes a person’s circadian rhythm to become completely desynchronized from the usual 24-hour cycle. Over time, living with this disorder can lead to health challenges. Symptoms of Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder This condition can look a little different from person to person....

Visual and Spatial Awareness A child with nonverbal learning disability may have trouble processingvisual imagery. As a result, they may be clumsy or physically awkward. Children with nonverbal learning disabilities may have trouble with planning and organizing. PhotoAlto/Anne-Sophie Bost/Getty Images Nonverbal learning disability is therefore characterized by difficulty with right-brain tasks and relative ease with left-brain tasks. 2020;3(4):e202551. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.2551 Volden J.Nonverbal learning disability.Handb Clin Neurol. 2013;111:245-249. doi:10.1016/B978-0-444-52891-9.00026-9 Child Mind Institute.What is non-verbal learning disorder?...

It is characterized by thought-like mental activity and little to no eye movement. Sleep is divided into four stages. Approximately 75% to 80% of sleep is spent in NREM sleep. Sergey Mironov/Moment/Getty The first full NREM-REM sleep cycle is typically shorter, lasting around 70 to 100 minutes. Subsequent cycles last around 90 to 120 minutes.Most people go through four to six sleep cycles each night. Signs of NREM Sleep The body goes through many changes throughout NREM sleep....

What Causes Nyctophobia? How Is Nyctophobia Diagnosed? There is no specific test to look for nyctophobia. Donald Iain Smith / Moment / Getty Images Instead, a doctor or therapist will ask questions about your medical history and symptoms. It is instead considered a key in ofspecific phobia. However, it can persist into later childhood and into adulthood as well. While distressing, there are effective treatment options that can help people find relief from this debilitating fear....

Getty Images / Images by Tang Ming Tung Object relations theory is centered on our internal relationships with others. Objects refer to people or physical items that symbolically represent a person or part of a person. Object relations, then, are our internalized relationships with those people. Getty Images / Images by Tang Ming Tung Internal Objects An internal object is our psychological and emotional impression of a person. Consequently, the internal object greatly impacts our relationship with the person that it represents....

The History of Objectivity The idea of objective morality has been around for centuries. While some philosophers criticized this shift, it gained enough steam that it became a dominant form of thinking. The History of Morality The idea of morality transcends humans. Gorodenkoff / Getty Images Did Humans Inherit Morality? In its simplest form, morals are what you believe, and ethics are what you do. Ethics outline standards of right and wrong in social, professional, or legal contexts....

They may also engage in extensive rituals in an attempt to reduce the anxiety sparked by obsessions. Related conditions in the class includebody-dysmorphic disorder,hoarding disorder, andtrichotillomania. Symptoms of OCD Symptoms of OCD usually appear gradually and can be long-lasting if not treated. Peter Dazeley / Getty Images People with OCD may experience symptoms of obsessions, compulsions, or both. Such symptoms interfere with many areas of life including school, work,relationships, and normal daily functioning....

JGI / Jamie Grill / Getty Images What Is Orthorexia Nervosa? The term orthorexia nervosa describes an obsession with healthy, “pure,” or “clean” eating. Research is needed to refine the diagnosis, determine prevalence rates, identify risk factors, and develop treatments. JGI / Jamie Grill / Getty Images Orthorexia nervosa may also cross over withbulimia nervosaandavoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). In contrast, patients with anorexia consciously focus on weight and restrict foods primarily based on calories....

One example is driving. Incognitive psychology, parallel processing refers to the ability to deal with multiple stimuli simultaneously. This led to the ascendance of cognitive psychology. Jacobs Stock Photography Ltd / Getty Images How Parallel Processing Works In parallel processing, we take in multiple forms of information simultaneously. This is especially important in vision. In this instance, parallel processing helps you recognize that you must move before the bus gets too close....

Courtney Hale / Getty Images What Is Parent-Child Interaction Therapy? PCIT Treatment Plan PCIT is conducted in two phases. First, the therapist emphasizes building a positive relationship between the parent and child. Courtney Hale / Getty Images In turn, the child trusts the parent to meet their needs. The goal is to show improved behavior in the child and healthier, more regulated responses from the parent. During a PCIT session, the therapist guides positive interaction between the parent and child....