NeurOptimal neurofeedback is a form of neurofeedback therapy that aims
to optimize brain function by providing real-time feedback to the brain
about its own activity patterns. Developed by Dr. Valdeane Brown and Dr.
Sue Brown, NeurOptimal is designed to promote overall mental wellness
and improve cognitive performance without targeting specific symptoms or
conditions.
At the core of NeurOptimal is the principle of dynamical neurofeedback,
which is based on the understanding that the brain has an innate ability to
self-regulate and optimize its functioning. The system works by monitoring
the brain's electrical activity through sensors placed on the scalp, typically
using electroencephalography (EEG) technology. These sensors detect
brainwave patterns, which are then analyzed by the NeurOptimal software
in real-time.
Unlike traditional neurofeedback systems that rely on operant conditioning
to train specific brainwave patterns, NeurOptimal operates as a
non-invasive, non-directive form of neurofeedback. Instead of targeting
specific frequencies or areas of the brain, it provides feedback to the
central nervous system about its own moment-to-moment activity. This
feedback is delivered in the form of brief interruptions in audio or visual
stimuli, known as "micro-interruptions," which are imperceptible to the
conscious mind.