“A recent study examined the impact of neurofeedback training when added to the standard rehabilitation treatment of individuals suffering from alcohol use disorder. The researchers found that individuals who received this training, along with the standard rehabilitation treatment, showed increased emotional competencies and higher life satisfaction compared to their peers who only underwent the standard alcohol rehabilitation treatment. The research was published in Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience.
Alcohol use disorder is a medical condition characterized by an inability to control alcohol consumption despite negative consequences on health, relationships, and daily responsibilities. It ranges from mild to severe, depending on the number and severity of symptoms, such as cravings for alcohol, withdrawal from social interactions, and continued drinking despite harm. Individuals with this disorder often develop a tolerance for alcohol, where more alcohol is needed to achieve the same effects, and physical dependence, where stopping alcohol use causes withdrawal symptoms.”