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ISNR Practice, education, and research in applied neurosciences to enhance brain function.

The International Society for Neurofeedback and Research (see www.isnr.org) is the largest group of licensed professionals involved in the practice, teaching, and research of NFT. Some members of ISNR have sought and received certification by the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (see www.bcia.org). Members of ISNR subscribe to a code of ethics providing an added measure of accountability to the standards of their profession. Additionally, ISNR is committed to supporting new developments by publishing a professional journal and newsmagazine, by producing a well-attended annual conference, and by encouraging large studies of NFT through the ISNR Research Foundation.

A Sunday thought, the day after World Mental Health Day.So much of helping begins with listening, not to fix or to reply...
16/10/2026

A Sunday thought, the day after World Mental Health Day.
So much of helping begins with listening, not to fix or to reply, but simply to understand. Being truly heard can steady
a person before anything else happens.
This week, try giving someone your full, unhurried attention. It may be the most useful thing you do all day.

Today is World Mental Health Day. This year's theme, set by the World Federation for Mental Health, is "Lived Experience...
12/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day. This year's theme, set by the World Federation for Mental Health, is "Lived
Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change."
Behind every bit of brain science is a person simply wanting to feel more like themselves. Listening to what actually
helps makes care more human.
Today is a good day to check in on the people around you, and on yourself. If you are carrying something heavy,
reaching out is a sign of strength.

Looking for one of the best things you can do for your brain? Move your body.An influential 2008 review, nicely titled "...
12/10/2026

Looking for one of the best things you can do for your brain? Move your body.
An influential 2008 review, nicely titled "Be smart, exercise your heart," gathered evidence linking aerobic fitness to
sharper thinking, from changes deep in brain cells up to real effects on attention and memory. The benefits show up
across every age, from kids to older adults.
No gadget needed. Regular movement is one of the most reliable brain supports we have.

We only use 10% of our brains." It is a great movie premise, but it is a myth.Brain scans show activity spread across ne...
10/10/2026

We only use 10% of our brains." It is a great movie premise, but it is a myth.
Brain scans show activity spread across nearly the whole brain throughout the day, even while you sleep. There is no
dormant 90% waiting to be switched on. In fact, this myth is so sticky that a 2012 study found many teachers believed
it too.
The real brain is far more impressive than the fiction.

We call it rest, but while you sleep, your brain is busy working on your memories.A foundational 2010 review describes h...
08/10/2026

We call it rest, but while you sleep, your brain is busy working on your memories.
A foundational 2010 review describes how sleep helps consolidate what you learned during the day, stabilizing new
memories so they last. Deep, slow-wave sleep seems especially important for making learning stick.
So part of remembering something well happens after you close your eyes. Protecting your sleep protects your mind.

We tend to think of meditation as just a feeling. Brain science suggests it is more than that.A widely cited 2015 review...
07/10/2026

We tend to think of meditation as just a feeling. Brain science suggests it is more than that.
A widely cited 2015 review pulled together evidence that mindfulness practice is linked to changes in brain areas tied
to attention, emotion, and self-awareness. Researchers note the field still needs stronger studies, but the overall
picture is encouraging: steady practice appears to shape the systems we use to steady ourselves.
The calm you feel has a counterpart you can measure.

Your heart does not tick like a clock. The small differences in timing between beats, called heart rate variability (HRV...
06/10/2026

Your heart does not tick like a clock. The small differences in timing between beats, called heart rate variability (HRV),
reflect how flexibly your body is handling the moment.
HRV biofeedback helps people nudge that rhythm, usually through slow, paced breathing while watching the signal
live. A 2017 review of 24 studies found it was linked to meaningful drops in stress and anxiety.
A simple idea at the heart of our field: show people a signal from their own body, and help them learn to settle it.

A question for our community today.Everyone in this field has a moment that pulled them in. A client who turned a corner...
03/10/2026

A question for our community today.
Everyone in this field has a moment that pulled them in. A client who turned a corner. A question that would not let
go. A mentor, a study, a personal experience that changed what you thought was possible.
We would love to hear yours. What drew you to neuroregulation, and what keeps you here? Tell us in the comments.

Walked into a room and forgot why? For a busy, aging brain, that is usually normal.What is worth paying attention to is ...
30/09/2026

Walked into a room and forgot why? For a busy, aging brain, that is usually normal.
What is worth paying attention to is a different pattern: memory loss that disrupts daily life, trouble with familiar
tasks, new struggles with words or planning, or changes in judgment that others notice. The Alzheimer’s Association
lays these signs out clearly.
Knowing the difference helps, because real concerns are best checked early with a professional.

Headbands that read your focus, track your sleep, or coach your meditation are everywhere now. Exciting? Yes. Worth a ca...
28/09/2026

Headbands that read your focus, track your sleep, or coach your meditation are everywhere now. Exciting? Yes.
Worth a careful eye? Also yes.
Consumer brain devices have made EEG more accessible than ever, but their signal quality and accuracy vary a lot
from device to device. A slick app does not guarantee research-grade data, and a gadget is not the same as a clinical
assessment.
Innovation is welcome. Good questions about it are too.

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