Children with ADHD have lower than normal activity in brain waves that are associated with attention and focus. Neurofeedback, which is also known as EEG biofeedback, is an approach for treating children with ADHD. Children receive real-time feedback on their brainwave activity using computer programs and learn how to alter their typical EEG pattern to one that is consistent with a more focused and attentive state. As your child improves his score, he repeatedly alters his brain waves to achieve a desired balance, teaching his brain how to create conditions that compensate 179 for ADHD.