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Optimize the potential and well-being of autistic individuals
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Give your autistic child a better daily life
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Thrive fully with Neurofeedback
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Enhance your interventions with autistic individuals
What is Autism?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that often appears before the age of 3 and may persist into adulthood. It represents a different way of perceiving and interacting with the world, rather than a disease to be cured.
Its main characteristics appear in two domains:
- Deficits in communication and social interaction: including difficulties with social reciprocity, challenges in nonverbal communication (eye contact, facial expressions, gestures), literal interpretation of language, and difficulty developing and maintaining relationships.
Restricted and repetitive behaviors, interests, and activities: such as stereotyped movements, repetitive use of objects, echolalia, rigid adherence to routines, intense and specific interests, or atypical sensory responses (hyper- or hypo-reactivity).
Scientific Recognition
Personalized and non-invasive approach
Who is affected?
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ASD affects people of all ages, with impacts that vary across life stages (childhood, adolescence, adulthood) in academic, professional, and personal contexts. Parents and caregivers play a crucial role and often face significant challenges in providing support and having their expertise recognized. In Quebec, organizations such as the Fédération québécoise de l’autisme and Autisme Québec offer support and resources.
Common challenges:
Individuals with autism may struggle with abstraction and interpreting implicit information, which can complicate social interactions. Time management, organization, and tolerance to change can also be sources of stress.
Improve specific autism symptoms with Neurofeedback
Whether you are a parent, caregiver, or autistic adult, daily life can be demanding — with sensory hypersensitivity, communication challenges, complex social situations, and frustration with unexpected changes. These manifestations are not due to lack of effort, but reflect genuine neurodevelopmental differences. Neurofeedback shows promising results in supporting communication, sociability, and cognitive/sensory activation.
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Give your autistic child a better daily life with Neurofeedback
Living with an autistic child requires time and energy and can affect family well-being. Your child may struggle to concentrate in class, have difficulty with social interactions, or experience sensory hypersensitivity that makes daily life challenging. These challenges are not due to a lack of effort or willpower, but to a unique aspect of brain functioning. Neurofeedback offers tangible support to improve these aspects.
Camille, 8, struggled to play with other children and was often overwhelmed by classroom noise. After completing a Neurofeedback program, her parents noticed improved emotional regulation and greater openness to interactions, which helped her thrive.
Thrive fully with Neurofeedback
As an autistic adult, navigating a world full of social nuances, implicit cues, and sensory overload can be a daily challenge. You possess unique strengths, yet certain traits may make organization, relationships, or professional adaptation more difficult. Neurofeedback provides an opportunity to optimize brain function for enhanced adaptability and personal growth.
Julien, 25, found job interviews and meetings stressful, struggling to decode nonverbal expectations. After a Neurofeedback program, he felt more comfortable, communicated more easily, became less rigid in his thinking, and handled stress and unpredictability much better.
Enhance your interventions with autistic individuals
As an educational support professional, you accompany autistic individuals and their families. You know that parental expertise is essential in supporting a child’s development. You seek practical approaches to foster skill acquisition, community integration, and cognitive awakening. Neurofeedback is an innovative tool to strengthen your intervention programs and promote the development of your clients.
When William’s parents enrolled him in a Neurofeedback training program at Neuroperforma, they quickly noticed he became more open to other students and managed transitions better.
Common Benefits of Neurofeedback
- Improves sociability and quality of interactions
- Supports language and communication
- Enhances cognitive and sensory alertness
- Helps regulate emotions and manage frustration
- Non-invasive, personalized, and safe method
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Targeted Benefits of Neurofeedback for Your Autistic Child
- Improved sociability (up to +33% in one study)
- Reduced repetitive behaviors and agitation
- Better management of sensory sensitivities
- Increased cognitive and sensory awareness (up to +40% in one study)
- Improved language and communication (up to +29% in one study)
- Support for greater autonomy and self-confidence
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Known Benefits of Neurofeedback for Autistic Adults
Neurofeedback is a scientifically recognized method that helps regulate brain activity, allowing you to develop new coping strategies and strengthen your cognitive and social skills for a more independent and fulfilling life.
- Improved social interactions and communication
- Better management of sensitivities and sensory overload
- Reduced repetitive behaviors and rigidity
- Improved focus and organization for study or work
- Reduced anxiety and stress in social or changing situations
- Increased autonomy and self-confidence
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Benefits of Neurofeedback for Your Practice
Neurofeedback is an evidence-based tool that can optimize brain functioning in autistic individuals, enhancing the effectiveness of your support strategies and helping them reach their full potential in academic, professional, and social contexts.
- Complementary approach: Integrates seamlessly with existing behavioral and developmental therapies.
- Improved cognitive and sensory awareness: Encourages greater engagement in learning and activities.
- Symptom reduction: Contributes to significant decreases in behaviors that may hinder development.
- Enhanced sociability and communication: Helps users interact and express themselves more effectively.
- Scientific evidence: Studies show significant improvements in sociability and cognitive activation.
- Lasting results: Strengthens the brain’s self-regulation abilities for sustainable improvements.
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How Our Neurofeedback Method Works for Autism (ASD)
Neurofeedback is a non-invasive approach that trains the brain to self-regulate more effectively. Guided by quantitative EEG (qEEG), we target networks involved in communication, sociability, cognitive activation, and sensory/emotional regulation to enhance the quality of life for both the individual and their family.
Discover if neurofeedback can help
- Clinical interview and functional questionnaires (communication, sociability).
- Quantitative EEG (qEEG) to map patterns of activity and hyper-/hypoconnectivity relevant to ASD.
- Establishment of a baseline to track progress.
- Developed by a specialist according to the qEEG profile and priorities (language, sociability, cognitive/sensory activation, regulation).
- Individualized neurofeedback protocol settings; integration of home support tools and routines when relevant.
- 12 sessions of 50 minutes each, targeting specific issues.
- Real-time feedback to promote more functional brain activity patterns.
- Gradual exercises adapted to sensory tolerance and attention capacity.
- Periodic review of goals with family and professionals.
- Adjustments to protocols based on observed responses (language, eye contact, sensory management, tolerance to frustration).
- Reduction of specific symptoms, improvement in sociability, language/communication, and cognitive/sensory activation.
- Progressive, measurable changes on monitored scales and in daily life.
Your First Session at Neuroperforma
We understand that starting a new program can raise questions. Our team guides you step by step in a predictable, calm, and respectful environment.
- Meeting with a psychologist qualified in neurofeedback.
- Clear presentation of the session plan and answers to your questions.
- Non-invasive measurement of brain activity (painless).
- Analysis of networks involved in communication, sociability, cognitive activation, and sensory/emotional regulation.
- Simple, visual explanations.
- Prioritization of goals with the family (e.g., improve sensory tolerance, support spontaneous language, reduce irritability).
- Personalized neurofeedback protocol.
- Practical recommendations to facilitate sessions:
- Ability to remain seated for 50 minutes watching a video.
- Acceptance of the headset (hypersensitivities are discussed and accommodations proposed).
- Collaboration with the trainer and care of the equipment.
- Preparation for minor interruptions (e.g., video pauses) and simple instructions.
Réassurance
Non-medication approach, safe and individualized.
Sensory-friendly and flexible environment.
Continuous communication with the family; adjustments according to needs.
Neuroperforma does not diagnose ASD.
Parallel medical/psychological follow-up is recommended.
An Evidence-Based Method
At Neuroperforma, our protocols are based on solid scientific foundations and supported by attentive human care. Results are measured, validated, and experienced by our clients.
Scientific Evidence
- Jarusiewicz (2002): After a neurofeedback program for children with ASD, reported improvements:
- Sociability: +33%
- Language/communication: +29%
- General health: +26%
- Cognitive/sensory activation: +17%
- Pineda et al. (2012): After ~30 sessions of 30 minutes, a significant reduction of symptoms (ATEC) and ~40% improvement in cognitive/sensory activation.
- Coben & Padolsky (2007): 20 sessions targeting hyperconnectivity; parental reports indicated 89% improvement in symptoms and ~40% reduction in ATEC score.
Framework and Best Practices
- EEGq-guided protocols to target specific networks and adjust training.
- Structured follow-up with pre/post measurements (e.g., functional questionnaires).
- Neurofeedback is officially recognized by the Ordre des psychologues du Québec as a technique used by psychologists.
FAQ – Autism and Neurofeedback
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interactions, and specific behaviors. It often appears before the age of three but can also be diagnosed later, including in adults who have learned to compensate for these differences.
What are the most common signs?
- Young children: lack of babbling or eye contact, strong interest in objects rather than people, repetitive gestures (flapping, rocking), loss of acquired skills.
- Preschool or school-aged children: little interest in other children, echolalia (repeating words/phrases), sensory hypersensitivities, restricted interests.
- At any age: need for concrete information, difficulty decoding social cues, slow responses on personal topics.
What causes autism?
No single cause has been identified. Research has explored genetic, environmental, social, and biological factors, but a scientific consensus has yet to be established.
What is neurofeedback?
It is a non-invasive brain training method that uses sensors to measure electrical activity and provide visual or auditory feedback. The goal is to help the brain self-regulate, improving communication, attention, mental flexibility, and sensory management.
What benefits have been observed with neurofeedback in autistic individuals?
Studies and clinical observations report:
- Improved sociability
- Better communication and language
- Increased cognitive and sensory alertness
- Reduction of certain problematic behaviors
- Overall improvement in the quality of life for the individual and family
Does neurofeedback cure autism?
No. Autism is not “curable.” Neurofeedback does not eliminate the condition but can reduce specific symptoms and support skill development, alongside other educational or therapeutic approaches.
Who can benefit from neurofeedback?
This protocol is suitable for all individuals affected by autism, including:
- Parents: to support their child’s development and reduce daily challenges
- Autistic adults: to facilitate interpersonal interactions and adaptability to change
- Professionals: as a complementary tool in educational or therapeutic intervention plans
Can neurofeedback be combined with other interventions?
Yes. It can be integrated with programs including speech therapy, occupational therapy, specialized educational interventions, behavioral therapies, or psychological support.
How can caregivers support individuals with autism?
- Listen and respect their specific needs
- Use clear and concrete communication
- Value their strengths and interests
- Learn about autism to better understand the condition
- Create a predictable and safe environment
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