AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) TREATMENT

MEDICATION-FREE TREATMENT FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM (ASD)

 

Autism is a developmental disability that often appears in early childhood. Autistic children display differences in thinking, communication, and behavior from other children. They often have challenges with social interaction and emotional communication, and have limited and repetitive behaviors and interests.

Symptoms of ASD normally emerge before the age of 3 and last through a person’s lifetime, but with appropriate treatment, symptoms can significantly improve. At BRC, we work with kids with mild to moderate autism on the spectrum disorder continuum. Medication is often the first response for treatment of ASD. However, neurofeedback therapy offers a treatment plan without medication.

Neurofeedback is a non-invasive, pain-free, medication-free treatment that has successfully treated ASD in a number of clinical trials. The treatment can improve brain function, sensorimotor behavior, and alleviate other symptoms after just a few sessions.

People with Autism may experience

Behavioral

  • Compulsive behavior

  • Impulsivity

  • Inappropriate social interaction

  • Poor eye contact

  • Repetitive movements or words

  • Self-harm

Cognitive

  • Intense interest in a limited number of things

  • Problems paying attention

Developmental

  • Learning disability

  • Speech delay

Psychological

  • Depression

  • Unaware of others' emotions

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Neurofeedback program

for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Research shows neurofeedback can effectively treat anomalies in brain activation, leading to functional improvement and symptom reduction. Symptoms of ASD are unique to each individual, as are the respective brain regions that are most impacted. That is why we use qEEG brain maping, cognitive, and neuropsychological assessments to develop targeted, personalized treatments for each individual.

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How does Neurofeedback work?

  • Brain map New York City

    1. Brain map

    Brainwave assessment identifies imbalances and helps to create a personalized treatment plan.

  • Neurofeedback setup

    2. Treatment setup

    Non-invasive sensors and headphones are placed on your head and the treatment session begins.

  • Brain training

    3. Brain activation

    Software translates your brainwave data and stops or starts audio/visual media based on your brain activity.

  • 4. Conditioning

    In response to the audio/visual feedback, your brain adapts and learns to regulate your brainwaves and build new, healthy neural pathways.

  • Brain training

    5. Brain Training

    Over time with continuous brain training, healthy brain activity in target regions increases, and symptom-associated activity decreases.

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Additional Resources for Parents

Parents can face real challenges managing children with autism. They can become frustrated by the child’s inability to communicate, impulsiveness, emotional unresponsiveness, self-destructive behavior, and eating and toileting problems. Some parents find it difficult to accept the diagnosis and constantly look for other explanations. Many cope well enough, but all can benefit from some guidance and services, including counseling or supportive psychotherapy. An important resource for parents is the Autism Society of America, a mutual aid group founded in 1965, which provides information and referral services and supports initiatives in research, education, and treatment.

3 steps away from getting help

  • Step 1: Schedule a consult

    Complete the simple form on the bottom of this page or call us directly (212) 877-2130 for questions or to schedule.

  • Step 2: Intake, Assessment and Brain map

    You can share your mental issues in the intake and we schedule the brain- and neurocognitive assessment. A complete Brain map is part of the personalized treatment plan

  • Step 3: Start program and expect noticeable results

    During the training program you will experience results within a few sessions. Personalized brain training can quickly improve the quality of life with long lasting results.

Related Research

 

Neurofeedback application in the treatment of autistic spectrum disorders (ASD). Click here

Positive effects of neurofeedback on autism symptoms correlate with brain activation during imitation and observation. Click here

The Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder With Auditory Neurofeedback: A Randomized Placebo Controlled Trial Using the Mente Autism Device. Click here