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Biofeedback

Biofeedback is a therapeutic technique that enables individuals to gain voluntary control over physiological processes by receiving real-time information about bodily functions such as heart rate, muscle tension, or brain activity. Research published in Psychophysiology Practice and Research examines biofeedback app…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 3 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 7× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Biofeedback is a therapeutic technique that enables individuals to gain voluntary control over physiological processes by receiving real-time information about bodily functions such as heart rate, muscle tension, or brain activity. Research published in Psychophysiology Practice and Research examines biofeedback applications across diverse clinical and therapeutic contexts. Studies have investigated heart rate variability biofeedback as an intervention for unemployed individuals, exploring its potential to address stress-related physiological responses in vulnerable populations. The journal has also published comprehensive reviews examining frequency-based neurofeedback protocols for autism spectrum disorder, analyzing current evidence regarding efficacy and identifying future research priorities in this specialized application. Additionally, research has explored biofeedback within holistic nursing frameworks, particularly in intensive care settings where monitoring and modulating physiological parameters may support patient outcomes. These investigations reflect the breadth of biofeedback methodology, spanning cardiovascular regulation, neurological applications, and integrated care approaches. The topic holds significance for understanding how conscious awareness of physiological states can be harnessed for therapeutic benefit, with implications for mental health, neurological conditions, occupational health, and critical care nursing practice.

Research published in this journal

3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 3 articles above have been cited 7 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Oct 2025.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Psychophysiology Practice and Research.

Journal editorial board
Rossella Di Monaco · Italy Volker Zschorlich · Germany Jeffrey Eells · United States

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