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5-Min Science: Integrating Biofeedback and Neurofeedback
Integrating biofeedback and neurofeedback represents a promising frontier in physiological self-regulation approaches.
John Davis
Feb 276 min read
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A Comprehensive Breathing Myths Guide
Breathing ensures healthy CO2 levels. The main functions of breathing are gas exchange and acid-base (pH) regulation.
BioSource Faculty
Jan 725 min read
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Prescription Drugs Can Cause Depression
Older patients are particularly vulnerable to drug-induced depression because of age-related physiological changes and polypharmacy.
BioSource Faculty
Dec 11, 20247 min read
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The Vagus Nerve's Role in Heart Rate Variability
Vagal activity and parasympathetic nervous system function produce respiratory sinus arrhythmia (RSA) and heart rate variability (HRV).
BioSource Faculty
Sep 24, 202414 min read
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A Comprehensive Guide to HRV Myths
This review addresses 14 misconceptions regarding cardiovascular health, HRV measurement, and HRV biofeedback training.
BioSource Faculty
Aug 7, 202423 min read
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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
POTS can significantly impact the quality of life, often leading to disability and reduced daily functioning.
BioSource Faculty
Jun 23, 20248 min read
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Neurofeedback Is Training, Not Treatment
The terms training and treatment are often confused, and their meanings and definitions vary depending on the context.
BioSource Faculty
May 24, 202413 min read
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Do longer exhalations increase HRV during slow-paced breathing?
Download our open-access Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback inhalation-to-exhalation ratio article.
Fred Shaffer
Mar 24, 20241 min read
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Profile of Erik Peper
Erik Peper, PhD, is a distinguished academic and practitioner in the field of biofeedback.
BioSource Faculty
Mar 20, 20242 min read
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BioSource Galleries Help Preserve Biofeedback and Neurofeedback History
BioSource has funded an ambitious project to celebrate the history of biofeedback and neurofeedback. We have commissioned a growing...
BioSource Faculty
Mar 10, 20241 min read
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Breathing Myths: We Need More Oxygen
At rest, we do not need more oxygen! Near sea level, the air we inhale contains 21% oxygen, whereas the air we exhale contains 15% oxygen.
BioSource Faculty
Jan 6, 20241 min read
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BioSource Software Updates
BioSource will continue to update Biofeedback Tutor, HRV Biofeedback Tutor, and Neurofeedback100 during the first quarter of 2024.
BioSource Faculty
Dec 17, 20231 min read
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BioSource Faculty
Oct 21, 20232 min read
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A Powerful New Neurotech Tool for Augmenting Your Mind - TED 2023
In an astonishing talk and tech demo, neurotechnologist Conor Russomanno shares his work building brain-computer interfaces.
BioSource Faculty
Oct 14, 20231 min read
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Summary of Frontoamygdalar Effective Connectivity in Youth Depression and Treatment Response
Frontoamygdalar effective connectivity can be a predictive indicator for diagnosing youth depression and responsiveness to treatment.
BioSource Faculty
Oct 13, 20232 min read
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Clinical Update on Insomnia
This post discusses our insomnia epidemic and evidence-based behavioral interventions for insomnia.
BioSource Faculty
Oct 8, 20239 min read
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BCIA Essential Skills: Blood Volume Pulse
Blood volume pulse (BVP) is an indispensable tool for evaluating and training clients for chronic pain, hypertension, and performance.
BioSource Faculty
Aug 27, 202313 min read
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Psychophysiological Assessment Can Enhance ADHD Diagnosis and Training
This post shows how applied psychophysiology assessment can contribute objective input to enhance ADHD assessment and training.
BioSource Faculty
Aug 10, 202312 min read
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Evidence-Based Practice Preview: Part 3
This preview covers Epilepsy, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Panic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Preeclampsia.
BioSource Faculty
Jun 28, 20237 min read
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Evidence-Based Practice Preview: Part 2
This installment covers Depression, Diabetes, Erectile Dysfunction, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Hypertension, and Low Back Pain.
BioSource Faculty
Jun 28, 20237 min read
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