

NeuroNoodle Network Podcast: Neurofeedback & Wellness Podcast
Pete Jansons
Featuring CoHosts: QEEG Legend Jay Gunkelman the man who has read over 500,000 Brain Scans, Dr. Mari Swingle the Author of iMinds and Pete Jansons
NeuroNoodle uses technology to improve the quality of your life. We discuss symptoms such as ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression and the different ways they can be addressed via Neurofeedback, Brain Maps, QEEG, and Talk Therapy
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NeuroNoodle uses technology to improve the quality of your life. We discuss symptoms such as ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression and the different ways they can be addressed via Neurofeedback, Brain Maps, QEEG, and Talk Therapy
Want to come on the show? Have a topic? Pete@neuronoodle.com
Sign up to our Newsletter https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/moOsZyB/NeuroNoodle
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Oct 31, 2024 • 36min
Brain Gluttony: How Mental Overload Affects Health | Neurofeedback Podcast
In this episode of the NeuroNoodle Podcast, Dr. Mari Swingle and Jay Gunkelman explore the concept of "brain gluttony" and how information overload, screen time, and environmental factors affect mental health and behaviors. The discussion delves into how this impacts conditions like obesity and addiction, the role of the anterior cingulate in regulating behavior, and how neurofeedback can help. Tune in to discover ways to manage your mental health in an overstimulated world.
🧠 Topics discussed:
📊 How information overload impacts mental health
🧩 The anterior cingulate's role in regulating behavior
🧘♂️ Neurofeedback's potential for mental health improvement
💊 Long-term consequences of pharmaceutical solutions
Key Moments:
0:000:24 Brain Gluttony term came up on the Q/A show • NeuroNoodle Q&A with Jay Gunkelman, D... 4:00 Dirk De Ridder https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...5:03 Dr. Mari Swingle on Brain Gluttony
6:50 Trauma and Anxiety – It's not what you're eating, it's what's eating you
9:35 Insula playing a role
12:00 Satiation Train
18:00 Is Trump Derangement Syndrome real?
27:55 Sickle Cell Anemia Treatment
33:13 Swingle Clinic app Clip
Join us every Wednesday at 6 PM CST for live Q&A sessions on neurofeedback, mental health, and more!
#MentalHealth #Neurofeedback #BrainHealth #InformationOverload #JayGunkelman #DrMariSwingle #Addiction #BehavioralHealth #Neuroscience #NeuroNoodlePodcast

Oct 26, 2024 • 1h 42min
NeuroNoodle Q&A: How Neurofeedback Impacts Autism, ADHD, and More | Expert Panel Discussion
Welcome to another live Q&A session from NeuroNoodle! In this episode, Pete Jansons hosts an expert panel, including Jay Gunkelman, Dr. Mari Swingle, Joy Lunt, Dr. Andrew Hill, Santiago Brand, Anthony Ramos, and John Mekrut. They dive deep into neurofeedback's impact on autism, ADHD, mental health, and brain training. Hear insightful discussions, real-time audience questions, and practical applications for neurofeedback therapy.
🔔 Join us every Wednesday at 6 PM CST for live discussions and Q&A on NeuroNoodle! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated.
Key Moments:
0:001:19 Pre Show Start - Joy Lunt’s first time on chat; discusses using Reddit to answer questions and we explore possible ways to set this chat up7:20 Neurofeedback and Autism - Joy Lunt answers8:09 Neurofeedback is life-changing for autism11:15 Is 5 years too young for Neurofeedback and autism?13:00 Joy's intake process14:05 Does DNA help in finding out what the right questions are?15:00 Phenotypes derive protocol?17:05 What’s easier to train, ADHD or autism?20:07 Meta Study - Cleveland Medical Study: Large positive effect against autism and depression24:26 Electrode suggestions to help autistic child wear them26:17 Jay Gunkelman, Joshua Moore, and John Mekrut join the panel28:20 Do you say sensors or electrodes? Joshua Moore answers.30:20 Is Neurofeedback training or treatment?32:00 Epilepsy35:45 If Neurofeedback is so good, then why isn’t it being used more? Barry Sterman story42:50 Immature thalamus46:07 Neurostudies and small sample sizes versus pharma small sample sizes47:25 Billing code issues48:55 AAPB Efficacy - 42 different diagnoses; efficacy is for neurofeedback and research articles50:00 Meta-analysis for neurofeedback efficacy - Jay Gunkelman55:10 Should Neurofeedback be licensed and regulated?58:00 Sensory integration and Neurofeedback1:01:40 Why aren’t doctors talking about Neurofeedback?1:06:30 Compounding pharmacies1:06:50 ASD and ADHD - Is there medication for autism?1:09:00 More spectrum behavior diagnoses recently1:18:20 Fight, Flight, Freeze - rat droppings1:20:40 Patterns of dissociation1:28:50 “Are you going to scam me?” Joy Lunt gets asked that question.1:32:00 Liabilities1:32:30 Is 5 years too young for Neurofeedback?1:33:15 Tactile feedback?1:35:30 Does Tactile feedback work better for younger kids?1:35:55 How many sessions does Neurofeedback take to work?1:40:20 Peak Performance is ideal for Neurofeedback
Disclaimer: Content is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Consult with your healthcare provider before making health decisions.
#NeuroNoodle #Neurofeedback #BrainHealth #AutismSupport #MentalHealthMatters #ADHD #BrainTraining #LiveQ&A #Neuroscience #PeakPerformance #BrainOptimization #ChildDevelopment #AutismAwareness #MentalWellBeing

Oct 24, 2024 • 38min
Neurofeedback Podcast: Impacts on PTSD, Trauma & Cognitive Health | Suisun Summit 2024 Insights
Join hosts Jay Gunkelman, Dr. Mari Swingle, and Pete Jansons in this episode of the Neurofeedback Podcast as they explore the key insights from the Suisun Summit 2024! 🧠✨ Discover how neurofeedback is transforming the management of PTSD, trauma, and cognitive health. Learn how your environment, life experiences, and neurofeedback training shape brain responses. We also discuss innovative tools like iMediSync and iSyncBrain and their roles in brain health diagnostics. 🌍
How was Suisun Summit different this year?
PTSD, Amygdala, and Triggers
Neurofeedback’s role in managing trauma
How ACE scores relate to trauma responses
Why some people can watch scary movies without being affected
International growth of neurofeedback
Differences in neurofeedback appliances and protocols
iMediSync and iSyncBrain for cognitive health
💻 Watch Suisun Summit online: https://publish.obsidian.md/suisunsum...
🧠 Explore iSyncBrain: https://www.imedisync.com/en/products...
🔑 Key Moments:
0:000:24 How was Suisun Summit?
0:40 How was this one different?
3:35 PTSD and Amygdala
5:40 Triggers
6:20 Neurofeedback can help
6:45 Where you live plays a role
7:40 Low ACE score and no trauma
8:50 How can some people watch scary movies and it doesn’t affect them? Experience chat
14:00 Where’s the research? Parade analogy
15:15 Neurofeedback is growing exponentially internationally
17:20 It all depends on where you grow up and your experiences
19:25 What do we train out as a response? What do we leave in?
20:10 Suisun meeting reflection
24:02 Suisun Summit watch online: https://publish.obsidian.md/suisunsum...25:05 Neurofeedback on the beach
29:10 iMediSync
30:15 Differences in approaches, databases, and protocols
32:15 Differences in appliances diagnosing health and wellness
36:37 iSyncBrain link: https://www.imedisync.com/en/products...
Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more neurofeedback and brain health insights! 🔔
Hashtags:
#NeurofeedbackPodcast #JayGunkelman #DrMariSwingle #PeteJansons #PTSD #BrainHealth #CognitiveHealth #SuisunSummit #TraumaRecovery #iMediSync #iSyncBrain #MentalWellness #Amygdala #Neuroplasticity #MentalHealth #ACEscore

Oct 17, 2024 • 27min
Neurofeedback, AI, and the Future of Mental Health | NRBS Conference Insights with Saul Rosenthal
In this episode of the NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback and Neuropsychology Podcast, Pete Jansons is joined by Saul Rosenthal, board member of the Northeast Region Biofeedback Society (NRBS). They dive into the upcoming NRBS Conference, the latest advancements in neurofeedback, AI's growing role in EEG analysis, and insights from the famous Yonkers Project, which brought neurofeedback into public schools. Saul also discusses the challenges of integrating biofeedback into clinical practice and public systems, as well as the need for coopetition in the neurofeedback industry.
Key topics include:
The NRBS Conference (November 1-3, 2024)
AI’s role in neurofeedback
New equipment for home use and clinical settings
The Yonkers Project and its impact on public schools
Challenges with open data and system integration in neurofeedback
Use Code NRBSCON10 for a 10% discount when registering for the NRBS Conference!
Learn more about NRBS: https://nrbs.org
Check out Saul Rosenthal's podcast "Healthy Brain, Happy Body": https://nrbs.org/podcast
Key Moments:
NRBS: https://nrbs.org/0:00
0:27 Dr. Saul Rosenthal's last appearance on NeuroNoodle • Dr Saul Rosenthal Northeast Region Bi... clip
1:43 Mitch and Angelika Sadar "What is The NRBS?" Clip
2:24 Mitch and Angelika Sadar background https://sadarpsych.com/about/meet-the...3:24 What is the NRBS charter and how does it compare to other societies out there?
5:47 Healthy Brain, Happy Body Podcast https://nrbs.org/podcast/5:53 Details on NRBS Conference https://nrbs.org/product/2023-nrbs-co...https://nrbs.org/2024-nrbs-annual-con...7:44 The Yonkers Project https://www.aboutneurofeedback.com/ne...
Podcast episodes about the Yonkers project:
https://player.captivate.fm/episode/1...https://player.captivate.fm/episode/4...9:07 Has Saul seen anything new in the last year?
10:25 Prism system for depression
10:56 HRV equipment
11:20 AI thoughts from Saul
12:40 How trained do you need to be to do Neurofeedback using AI?
15:30 How can we share data from EEGs?
16:55 Coopetition
18:45 Last year’s NRBS thoughts – any insights for people going this year?
20:50 Yonkers Study teaser – how Neurofeedback affected school children
23:05 Kids learning how to breathe in Health Class - HRV
24:53 Use Code NRBSCON10 for 10% discount!
25:30 NRBS Podcast – Healthy Brain, Happy Body Podcast https://nrbs.org/podcast/25:47 Yonkers project links:
https://player.captivate.fm/episode/1...https://player.captivate.fm/episode/4...#Neurofeedback #AIinMentalHealth #NRBSConference #Biofeedback #MentalHealthTech #YonkersProject #NeuroNoodle #BrainHealth

Oct 10, 2024 • 45min
🧠 Lead, Weed, & Mental Health Environmental Impacts & Neurofeedback Insights | NeuroNoodle Podcast 🌿
Dive into the unexpected links between lead exposure and mental health! Discover how marijuana affects brain coherence in young adults and the risks of environmental toxins like microplastics. Gain insights on improving cognitive function through neurofeedback and the repercussions of contaminated water. The conversation also includes dietary impacts on mental health, especially in children, and the need for personalized approaches to substance use in neurological conditions. This exploration of brain health will leave you intrigued!

Oct 7, 2024 • 1h 9min
🔴 NeuroNoodle Live Q&A - Neurofeedback Experts Answer YOUR Questions! 💡🧠
Welcome to NeuroNoodle Q&A Live! In this exciting episode, neurofeedback legends like Jay Gunkelman, Dr. Mari Swingle, John Mekrut, Joy Lunt, Santiago Brand, Dr. Andrew Hill, and Anthony Ramos tackle your real-time questions on neurofeedback, brain health, and mental well-being.
Topics covered in this session include:
Understanding neuroinflammation and brain swelling 🧠🔥
Why comas are induced for brain injuries 🤕
The impact of home neurofeedback devices like Mendi and Muse for autism 🏡
Gender and cultural differences in neurofeedback 🤔
How to find a qualified neurofeedback practitioner 👩⚕️👨⚕️
Join us live every Wednesday at 6 PM CST to get your questions answered by the experts!
👉 Disclaimer: This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with a healthcare provider before making any decisions related to your health.
📺 Watch the full episode now and don’t forget to subscribe for more brain health insights!
#Neurofeedback #BrainHealth #ConcussionRecovery #Neuroplasticity #BrainOptimization #LiveQnA #JayGunkelman #DrMariSwingle #AutismSupport #MentalWellbeing #WednesdayLive #NeuroNoodle
👉 Disclaimer: The content provided in this Q&A is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your primary care physician or a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions related to your health.
Key Moments:
0:001:19 Pre-Show Banter3:11 Brain Spotting mention from Brain Master group, vision, pupils, and EEG3:48 Deep Brain Reorienting - Dr. Frank Corrigan reference7:10 Neuroinflammation question from Craig W7:56 Jay Gunkelman’s take on brain swelling and neuroinflammation9:07 Hypoxia9:34 Why comas are induced for brain injuries16:15 Jay Gunkelman’s thoughts on brevity in first few sessions of stimulation18:47 Is it common to see clients (especially after a head injury) present symptoms like nausea and headaches after neurofeedback? Post-traumatic ischemic headache20:45 Shane's question regarding at-home headsets such as Mendi and Muse for his child on the autism spectrum - John Mekrut’s response23:13 Jay Gunkelman on home training23:35 Sessions for epileptics can exceed 100 sessions24:55 Saul’s question: "For someone coming in with an active post-concussive headache, would you consider HRV or similar training or not do any training?"27:26 Christian’s question: Ethical, cultural, gender differences when applying neurofeedback? Could it be from the logistics to biomarkers? Afro example, i.e., thick hair clips37:40 Gender differences in EEG?39:50 Art’s question on the difference between amplitude neurofeedback versus HPN stimulation devices41:49 Michael's question: Are nasopharyngeal leads ever used anymore?43:07 What are your thoughts on dry vs. wet sensors that are coming out, as opposed to using conductive paste in terms of digital signal processing?51:24 Discussion on how to find a qualified Neurofeedback Practitioner52:57 BCIA.org, AAPB, ISNR, and in Europe, BFE and SAN1:05:40 Jay Gunkelman’s thoughts on coopetition
🎥 Watch the replay now: NeuroNoodle Live Q&A
#Neurofeedback #BrainHealth #MentalWellBeing #NeuroNoodle #ConcussionRecovery #LiveQnA #JayGunkelman #DrMariSwingle #JohnMekrut #AnthonyRamos #BrainOptimization #WednesdayLive

Oct 3, 2024 • 28min
🏈 Brett Favre Announces Parkinson's Diagnosis | Neurofeedback Insights with Jay Gunkelman 🔥
NFL legend Brett Favre recently announced his battle with Parkinson's disease. In this episode of the NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback Network Podcast, Jay Gunkelman shares expert insights on what this diagnosis means for Favre and how neurofeedback can help manage Parkinson's symptoms. We also discuss the impact of head trauma, CTE, and how neurofeedback is used in treatment. 💡
Key Moments:
0:00 – Brett Favre announces his Parkinson's diagnosis.
1:49 – Explanation of Parkinson's disease.
4:35 – The connection between Boxer's Brain and Parkinson's.
5:20 – Discussion of TCE solvent and its link to Parkinson's.
6:03 – Understanding "Rich Club Hubs" in brain networks.
9:00 – Go No Go Test and its relevance to brain function.
10:20 – Jay Gunkelman’s advice for Brett Favre on managing Parkinson's.
13:29 – How neurofeedback helps alleviate Parkinson's symptoms.
15:55 – Rebecca Basham’s insight into SMR training for pro athletes: • Empowering Minds: Overcoming Concussi... 18:28 – Reducing tremors with neurofeedback.
19:40 – What Jay Gunkelman expects to see on Brett Favre's EEG based on symptoms.
20:48 – Brett Favre's appearance in NeuroNoodle Weekly Q&A discussion: https://www.youtube.com/live/JZc7uE39Yj822:00 – Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) discussion.
23:28 – Suisun Summit details: https://publish.obsidian.md/suisunsum...
Join us every Wednesday at 6 PM CST for live Q&A sessions with experts like Jay Gunkelman! Watch this episode for a deep dive into the science behind neurofeedback and brain health.
Suisun Summit 2024 details: https://publish.obsidian.md/suisunsum...#BrettFavre #Parkinsons #Neurofeedback #BrainHealth #JayGunkelman #NFL #CTE #MentalHealth #HeadTrauma #Concussion #SuisunSummit #Neuropsychology

Sep 26, 2024 • 44min
Another Tua Concussion: Neurofeedback Insights on Brain Injuries | NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback Podcast
In this episode of the NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback and Neuroscience Podcast, 🧠 Jay Gunkelman, with over 500,000 brain scans under his belt, dives into the latest Tua Tagovailoa concussion 🏈 and the long-term risks of repeated head trauma. Learn how neurofeedback can help address the damage caused by multiple concussions and why athletes continue to play despite these serious risks.
Key Moments:
0:001:18 Referencing another Tua Tagovailoa concussion clip https://youtube.com/shorts/xzbrnYgNaOw?si=P6ckU-in6F5LL_Ju
1:50 Rich Club Hub https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Rich-club-Schematic-representation-of-a-group-averaged-reconstructed-structural-brain_fig1_259115104
5:13 What is Fencing Position? What is Posturing?
9:00 Boxer's Brain
10:05 Parkinsonism
11:00 What is Plaque in the Brain?
13:00 Barbiturate Coma to Let Brain Recover
13:35 Coup Contrecoup https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK536965/ and Jay Gunkelman's bad art example
16:27 Minor Concussion: Grey Matter vs. White Matter, Which is More Serious?
17:05 ALS and Parkinson’s and Pro Athletes
19:00 Cerebellum and Brain Stem
23:13 Jay Gunkelman's Bad Art Time #2: Perfusion
27:00 Jay Gunkelman's Recommendation for Tua Tagovailoa
30:00 What Will a Neurologist Do for Tua?
31:10 fMRI
32:40 EEG Can Guide Medication Choice
33:30 Advice to Tua Tagovailoa's Agent
34:29 Kirk Cousins clip https://youtu.be/XSZnL-2n88s?si=HlemFuxPpecrYiRk
36:40 Reminder: Every Wed 6 PM CST NeuroNoodle Q&A Open Chat https://www.youtube.com/@NeuroNoodle37:55 Suisun Summit https://publish.obsidian.md/suisunsummit24/Suisun+Summit+2024/Home
🎧 Join us for an in-depth look at brain networks, posturing reflexes, and expert advice on how neurofeedback might help Tua and others recover!
🔔 Subscribe for more brain health, mental well-being, and neurofeedback episodes!
Hashtags:
#Neurofeedback #Concussion #BrainInjury #TuaTagovailoa #MiamiDolphins #NFL #CTE #JayGunkelman #SportsSafety #MentalHealth #Neuroscience #BrainHealth #HeadTrauma #FootballConcussions #SportsMedicine #Neuroplasticity

Sep 19, 2024 • 53min
🧠 ADD & ADHD Insights with Jay Gunkelman | NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback Podcast
In this episode of the NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback Podcast, Jay Gunkelman, with decades of experience and over half a million brain scans reviewed, shares an in-depth screen share presentation on ADD & ADHD. Dive into the complexities of how EEG readings reveal brainwave patterns that can guide effective treatment for these conditions. Jay explains the science behind medication choices, brain function, and the latest in neurofeedback research.
📌 Tune in to learn more about the cutting-edge developments in mental health and neurofeedback from one of the pioneers in the field!
Key Moments:
0:000:38 Q/A Clip https://youtube.com/live/cJEYkUEkg1Y?... ADD ADHD Conversation
1:32 ADD ADHD Jay Gunkelman Screen Share
6:30 Child with ADD ADHD and Tourette's
10:11 Symptoms of Tourette's
11:48 Parroting
13:50 1/3 of ADHD have Spikes on EEG, 85% positive result when given anticonvulsant
15:20 Do Neurologists read EEG like Jay Gunkelman? How do neurologists look at or read an EEG?
21:14 Brain Futures Neurofeedback https://isnr.org/wp-content/uploads/2...24:42 Jay Gunkelman's paper on Medication Predictions with EEG Phenotypes and Biomarkers
33:12 List of Meds effectively treating kids for ADD ADHD
39:20 Withdrawal Issues
46:50 Reminder Q/A on YouTube every Wed 6pm CST / @neuronoodle 48:05 Suisun City Summit and Jay's 75th Birthday in October https://publish.obsidian.md/suisunsum...#NeuroNoodle #ADD #ADHD #JayGunkelman #EEG #Neurofeedback #BrainHealth #ADHDResearch #Brainwaves #MentalHealthPodcast

Sep 12, 2024 • 43min
Scams, Mental Health, and Neurofeedback – Open Mic Chat with John Mekrut, and Anthony Ramos
Welcome to NeuroNoodle's Open Mic: Raw & Real Mental Health Chats! In this episode, Pete Jansons is joined by Anthony Ramos and John Mekrut for a lively and unfiltered discussion on mental health, scams, cognitive decline, neurofeedback, and much more. From personal anecdotes to professional insights, this conversation dives deep into how our modern challenges affect us all. Whether you're interested in neurofeedback, mental health tech, or the psychological impacts of scams, there's something here for everyone.
🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more mental health chats and updates from the NeuroNoodle Network!
Topics Covered:
Mental health and scams
The psychology behind online fraud
How cognitive decline impacts decision-making
Neurofeedback’s role in recovery
High-performance psychology
The future of mental health technology
Key Moments:
0:00 Pre-Show
2:17 Scams and the Elderly
4:00 Mental Health Angle on Scams, Not Just the Elderly
8:38 Why Are the Scams Happening? Boomers Are Lonely?
9:10 Why Are Gen Y and Z Getting Scammed?
10:00 People with Mental Health Issues Are 3 Times More Likely to Fall for Scams
12:45 Brain Brightening and Neurofeedback Can Help
15:20 Santiago Brand and High-Performing Executives
18:10 Detachment and Being a High Performer Like a Medical Doctor or Professional Athlete (e.g., Kobe Bryant)
23:05 High Beta Issues
23:35 Flow State or Zone
26:00 Tom Cruise's Mental State
27:50 Neurodivergent People, e.g., Abnormal Laugh
30:30 T6 and Empathy
36:10 Left Brain Dominance Is Overrated?
37:00 Wisdom
#MentalHealth #Neurofeedback #Scams #CognitiveDecline #NeuroNoodle #HighPerformancePsychology #MentalHealthTech #OpenMicChats #JohnMekrut #AnthonyRamos #PeteJansons #RawRealChats #MentalWellness #MentalHealthAwareness #NeuroNoodleNetwork


