Trauma & Post-traumatic stress disorder
After a traumatic event, the body may continue to react as if there is a threat, even after the immediate danger has passed. This reaction varies from person to person. It may manifest as increased alertness, avoidance, emotional numbing, or a sense of disconnection.
After a traumatic experience, the following may occur:
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Persistent sense of threat or hypervigilance
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Intense startle reaction & physical tension
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Re-experiencing, unwanted memories or nightmares Avoiding people, situations or stimuli associated with the traumatic event
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Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
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Irritability or intense emotional reactions
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Emotional numbness or a sense of disconnection
The presence of one or more of the above does not automatically equate to a diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
The contribution of qEEG Brain Mapping & EEG Neurofeedback
qEEG Brain Mapping does not identify trauma, nor does it diagnose Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. It records & analyzes the electrical activity of the brain, providing data on its function, which is taken into account with the history & clinical picture.
EEG Neurofeedback does not process the traumatic event itself. Through real-time visual & auditory feedback, the training focuses on regulating alertness, emotional intensity & attention.
The program is individually designed, based on qEEG Brain Mapping data. In cases of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, it can be integrated into a broader framework of care & does not replace medical or psychotherapeutic monitoring.
With the aim of:
Enhance the ability to adjust the activation level
Easier recovery after stressful stimuli
Reduced impact of stress on sleep & concentration
Supporting daily functionality