The brain is made up of billions of cells called neurons. The primary purpose of these cells is to communicate with one another and one of the ways neurons do this is through electrical activity. We can measure this activity through a procedure called an electroencephalogram or EEG. Through this electrical communication, our neurons work collectively to serve various functions, such as basic life functions that control breathing and heart functioning, physical sensations inc

This article absolutely speaks to the effectiveness of neurofeedback. Working with people dealing with ailments such as attention deficit, depression or anxiety I get to experience how their brain changes and their symptoms are reduced and often times controlled. If you have ever thought of an alternative treatment that will teach your brain to function more effectively, neurofeedback can be your answer. Betsabé Rubio LMF, LPC Originally posted on www.thedailytexanonline.com

Here is an interesting article on the role of sleep and our well being. Being married to an expert on sleep this was a reminder of how important it is to get our z's. Betsabé Rubio LMFT, LPC Originally posted on Brain Pickings “Memory is never a precise duplicate of the original… it is a continuing act of creation. Dream images are the product of that creation.” For the past half-century, sleep researcher Rosalind D. Cartwright has produced some of the most compelling and inf

"There are great amount of studies looking at the connection between healthy bacteria in our gut and how they can change how we react to things such as depression and anxiety. There is a lot more to learn but it is extremely interesting to see how some early research on prebiotics and probiotics might help manage some mental health issues. Consult with your doctor and see if by adding some of these pre/probiotics to your diet may help your overall health." Betsabé Rubio LMFT,

“We are what we eat! Often we worry about our diets for the superficial desire to "look good" but it truly is the focus of many studies that point towards a more holistic way of looking at health, including mental health. This article talks about how processed foods seem to be connected with higher incidence of depression. I have seen firsthand the positive effects of a healthy diet and exercise in my clients and often recommend there is a consultation with a nutritionist to