title: Applicability of brain wave biofeedback to substance use disorder in adolescents.
abstract: Neurofeedback treatment for addictions in adults is probably efficacious, and several reported approaches are described with their indications. Neurofeedback is promising as a treatment modality for adolescents, especially those with stimulant abuse and attention and conduct problems. It is attractive as a medication-free, neurophysiologic, and self-actualizing treatment for a substance-based, brain-impaired and self-defeating disorder. More research, beginning with case reporting, is needed to assess use and efficacy in adolescents.
authors.affiliation: Department of Family Practice and Community Health, Medical School, University of Minnesota, 420 Delaware Street Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0392, USA. trude003@tc.umn.edu
authors.forename: David L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Trudeau
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D001676:Biofeedback, Psychology / Q000379:methods*; D004569:Electroencephalography; D006801:Humans; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000628:therapy*