Standards of Practice for Neurofeedback and Neurotherapy: A Position Paper of the International Society for Neurofeedback & Research

EEG Findings in ADHD and the Application of EEG Biofeedback in Treatment of ADHD

“…A pre-and post treatment objective assessment of the client's QEEG should be performed. The QEEG objectively assess the functioning of the brain in comparison with normative database (Hammond et al, 2011). One can use QEEG database and topographical brain maps to evaluate the location and type of EEG feature to target for neurofeedback training.…”

“…An individual who has received specialized training in these fields (see Hoffman et al, 1999;Hammond et al, 2004;Hammond et al, 2011) (Hammond et al, 2011). For further details about standards and qualifications for doing QEEG and neurofeedback see Hoffman et al, 1999;Hammond et al, 2004 andHammond et al, 2011. Due to the non-invasive nature of the procedure, the convenience, not expensive, and specificity of the data the QEEG has been used extensively to examine a variety of aspects of brain function.…”

“…For further details about standards and qualifications for doing QEEG and neurofeedback see Hoffman et al, 1999;Hammond et al, 2004 andHammond et al, 2011. Due to the non-invasive nature of the procedure, the convenience, not expensive, and specificity of the data the QEEG has been used extensively to examine a variety of aspects of brain function. As mentioned before, with the quantitative EEG and topographic brain maps, it is often possible to observe attributes of brain function that cannot be seen in the raw EEG signal.…”

Neurofeedback as a Form of Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy Following Stroke: A Systematic Review

“…Recent attention on NFT has contributed to an influx in unlicensed and untrained operation of biofeedback equipment [53,55]. For this reason individuals are encouraged to seek Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) (formally Biofeedback Certification Institute of America) accredited professionals.…”

“…More information can be found on the BCIA website: www.bcia.org. Furthermore, a Standards of Practice Committee of the International Society of Neurofeedback and Research (ISNR) has developed a number of guidelines to ensure continued patient safety throughout NFT treatment [55,56]. Guidelines and standards of practice include industry regulations such that NFT administrators be: i) licensed as per regulations in their respective countries/states/provinces, ii) keep up-to-date on current developments in the field, iii) keep accurate and records (including adverse effects) and billing, iv) are accountable, v) obtain informed consent from participants, vi) terminate services when appropriate, and vii) provide adequate supervision and coaching throughout sessions.…”