Neurofeedback Therapy for AUSTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD)

Autism Symptoms

ASD is estimated to affect 1 in 68 children. The core features of autism are persistent deficits in (1) social communication and social interaction in all contexts, and (2) repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities which cause significant impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of current functioning.

Deficits in social skills

Individuals with autism often have difficulties forming close relationships, playing, sharing or talking with others. They might prefer to be alone, avoid physical and eye contact, and struggle to process emotions. There are often delays in speech and language skills.

Behavioral Changes

There are patterns of unusual behaivors (repetitive behaviors like hand-flapping, rocking, jumping, or twirling; constant moving; fixations on certain activities or objects; specific routines or rituals; extreme sensitivity to touch, light, and sound; not taking part in “make-believe” play or imitating others’ behaviors; fussy eating habits; lack of coordination, clumsiness; impulsiveness; aggressive behavior; short attention span; not using or rarely using common gestures (pointing or waving), and not responding to them; inability to stay on topic when talking or answering questions; not recognizing sarcasm or joking).

How does Neurofeedback help/treatment Outcomes

Although clinical research into the efficacy of NFT treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) remains inconclusive, a number of studies have shown improvements using various techniques and protocols, and Boston Neurodynamics has found that NFT, laser and Lenyosys treatments can be effective in addressing some common specific symptoms of ASD, including sleep, emotional regulation, and pro-social behavior.

Improvement in social interaction skills, communicative abilities, stereotypical behaviors, sleep, food sensitivities, and regulation.