Using a mobile app comprising neurofeedback-based meditation and binaural beat music to treat PTSD symptoms: A qualitative analysis.
Digital health January 1, 2025 DOI: 10.1177/20552076241311053
Summary
A mobile app utilizing neurofeedback-based meditation and binaural beat music significantly aids individuals coping with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In-depth interviews with nine participants revealed 26 codes and a central theme of "Holding hope for healing from agony of mind and body." Users reported enhanced understanding of their traumatic stress symptoms, leading to both physical and psychological stability. The program fostered a sense of faith and hope, highlighting its potential as an effective tool for managing PTSD symptoms in a convenient format.
Abstract
There is a significant need for an effective and convenient symptom management and healing program for people experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms; however, research on this topic is lacking. This study explored the experiences of individuals with PTSD who used a mobile traumatic stress management app with neurofeedback-based meditation and binaural beat music to promote their psychological recovery. This study used a qualitative research method to explore the experiences of neurofeedback-based meditation and binaural beat music using a mobile traumatic stress management app to promote the psychological recovery of people experiencing chronic traumatic stress. The research question was "What is the experience of neurofeedback-based meditation and binaural beat music using the mobile traumatic stress management app?" The thematic content analysis of in-depth interviews held with nine participants derived 26 codes, eight sub-categories, three categories, and one theme ("Holding hope for healing from agony of mind and body"). Neurofeedback-based meditation and binaural beat music using a mobile app helped people with PTSD symptoms to truly understand the symptoms caused by traumatic stress. Continued use of this program provides the participants with physical and psychological stability; it instills them with faith and hope.