🧠 Exploring Neurofeedback: Autism, Gut Health, and the Vagus Nerve 🌟

In this episode of the NeuroNoodle Podcast, hosts Dr. Mari Swingle, author of i-Minds, and Jay Gunkelman, renowned expert with over 500,000 brain scans analyzed, discuss the latest insights in neurofeedback. They delve into the intricacies of autism spectrum disorders, exploring how neurofeedback can help regulate brain function and improve behavior. The conversation extends to the impact of neurofeedback on gastrointestinal issues and the fascinating connection between the brain and the vagus nerve. Don't miss out on this deep dive into the world of neurofeedback and its applications for mental health and well-being. Tune in to understand how targeted brain training can make a difference!

Key Moments:
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3:04 Tabaloo, visitor of our Wed 6pm CST live chat, had questions regarding autism. Should we put the show back a couple of hours?
7:06 Jay Gunkelman screen share on autism (Autism Science Digest)
9:00 Asperger's vs Autism
11:53 Endophenotypic patterns of autism with EEG
14:35 Autism spectrum is broad with a high incident of epileptiform discharge on EEG 70% of the time
17:05 Autism filter reference
24:50 Neurofeedback can't be the only thing to attack a symptom
27:25 Tabaloo NeuroNoodle fan question: Is neurofeedback effective for regulating the vagus nerve, or is working with a chiropractor a better option?
30:20 Insula role and regulation of your intestinal problems
32:50 Crohn's disease
35:24 Vagus nerve and fainting while going to the bathroom?
37:59 Autism and when do you know when you need to bring your child in? Symptoms.
42:35 Neuroplasticity
43:29 Neurofeedback and gastrointestinal issues—does it work?
45:30 Where is the pain coming from? Somatic pain vs. mechanical pain.
49:40 Fan question: If a child hasn't spoken by age 7, is it too late for them?