08/01/2025
💡 What causes side effects in traditional (linear) neurofeedback—and why they don’t happen with NeurOptimal®
Linear neurofeedback (also called protocol-based neurofeedback) works by actively pushing the brain toward certain targeted brainwave patterns. Practitioners use protocols to “reward” or “inhibit” specific brainwave frequencies based on symptoms—like increasing beta waves for focus or reducing theta for hyperactivity.
🔄 The risk? Everyone’s brain is different. When the brain is externally directed or “trained” in a specific way—especially with set goals—it can sometimes overshoot, under-respond, or shift in an unintended direction. This may lead to temporary side effects like:
Anxiety or irritability
Headaches or fatigue
Sleep disruptions
Feeling overstimulated or foggy
This doesn’t mean it’s harmful—it just means the brain was pushed out of its natural balance.
🌿 Why NeurOptimal® is different—and side-effect free:
NeurOptimal® doesn’t “push” the brain at all.
Instead, it uses a non-linear, dynamical approach—offering the brain real-time feedback about its own activity without telling it what to do. The system simply mirrors what the brain is doing in the moment. It’s like holding up a mirror: your brain sees itself clearly, and naturally self-adjusts toward better balance and efficiency.
💫 Because your brain is in charge—and not being externally directed—there’s no risk of overtraining or side effects. The process is effortless, safe, and gentle, suitable for anyone from children to seniors.
🧠Your brain already knows what to do.
NeurOptimal® just helps it notice.
