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fMRI Neurofeedback: What the Evidence Says

fMRI neurofeedback allows individuals to observe and influence brain activity patterns.

By Gyfts Editorial Team 10 July 2024

Reviewed by Dr. Ava Gardner · Integrative Medicine Researcher13 March 2026Emerging evidence

fMRI Neurofeedback: What the Evidence Says — holistic health

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Quick answer

fMRI neurofeedback is a brain training method that provides real-time feedback about brain activity.

Key Takeaways

•Brain imaging feedback
•Emerging neuroscience technique

Overview

fMRI neurofeedback allows participants to observe real-time brain activity and learn to regulate it.

Evidence Context

emerging

fMRI neurofeedback is an emerging technique allowing individuals to observe and influence brain activity. Research is ongoing.

Safety & Considerations

Typically performed in research or clinical settings.

Who May Benefit

Researchers and individuals exploring neurofeedback

Frequently Asked Questions

What is fMRI neurofeedback?

It is a technique that uses brain imaging to provide feedback about neural activity.

Written by

Gyfts Editorial Team

Editorial team at Gyfts researching holistic health modalities.

Reviewed by

Dr. Ava Gardner

Integrative Medicine Researcher

MB BCh BAO, MSc Integrative Medicine, MRCGP

Dr. Ava Gardner is a Dublin-based integrative medicine physician with over 15 years of clinical experience bridging conventional general practice and evidence-based complementary care. She holds a Masters in Integrative Medicine from the University of Arizona and has worked extensively in chronic pain management, women's hormonal health, and mind-body medicine. Dr. Gardner reviews health content for Gyfts to ensure clinical accuracy, balanced evidence presentation, and responsible safety guidance across modality and condition pages.

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