An introduction to biofeedback.
The status and potential of biofeedback are examined, and its drawbacks and limitations are discussed. This paper defines biofeedback, describes how it works, analyzes in detail a prototypical application, and considers the relationship of biofeedback to other therapeutic modalities.
D001341:Autonomic Nervous System / Q000502:physiology; D001364:Awareness; D001676:Biofeedback, Psychology / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D009126:Muscle Relaxation; D011602:Psychophysiologic Disorders / Q000628:therapy*; D012107:Research Design; D013315:Stress, Psychological / Q000502:physiology