Anxiety and stress can present different symptoms, but often are due to overactive fast beta brainwaves. Beta waves are typical of our working minds, but when they become excessive they can create symptoms of hyperactive thoughts, restlessness, and exhaustion. Neurofeedback retrains the brain patterns, breaking the cycle of anxiety instead of just treating the symptoms.
The location of the excessive beta brainwaves will help us to understand the effects of the anxiety or stress. Whether it be the persistent feeling that something’s not right; pessimism, worry, and fear; or feelings of restlessness, unwarranted reactivity, and defensiveness. Often times the impact of anxiety and stress on the brain are the root cause of other symptoms, such as difficulty focusing, memory issues, and low motivation.
Excessive fast beta in back of the head, is often paired with general feeling of unease.
Excessive fast beta in the front of the head is correlated with excessive thinking, ruminating thoughts and over analysis.
The brain map can help identify the speed and location of the waves contributing to the symptoms, providing a guide to bring the brain into a calmer, clearer state.