Author: Raul Valverde

Transpersonal Psychology: Altered States of Consciousness, Biofeedback and Neurotechnology

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ISBN: 978-981-5036-46-6 (Print)
ISBN: 978-981-5036-45-9 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2022

Introduction

Transpersonal psychology is the study of human nature and development that assumes that human beings possess potentials that exceed the limits of ego developed normally. The main goal of transpersonal psychology is to integrate the spiritual experience within a broader understanding of the human psyche and consciousness.

Transpersonal Psychology: Altered States of Consciousness, Biofeedback and Neurotechnology introduces the use of biofeedback and neurotechnology for the transpersonal therapist to induce and measure altered states of consciousness to deal with persons having mental conditions. The therapist and the patient can benefit from self-exploration and self-realization of altered consciousness that could be responsible for the mental condition of the patient.

Chapters in the book start with an introduction to the theory of consciousness and transpersonal psychology followed by an explanation of the relationship of quantum physics to consciousness model. The book then progresses towards in depth topics such as biofeedback which covers the measurement parameters for understanding consciousness and computer-based technologies that help induce altered states of consciousness. Finally, the book concludes by linking all the concepts together to guide the transpersonal psychologist to measure and support transpersonal psychotherapy through a cybertherapy system.

Transpersonal Psychology: Altered States of Consciousness, Biofeedback and Neurotechnology is an ideal guide for the transpersonal psychologist and psychotherapist and the enthusiast who wants to understand the science behind altered states of consciousness from a theoretical and experimental framework.

Foreword

This book is a must-read for a transpersonal psychologist. Transpersonal psychology has proposed the use of altered states of consciousness as a tool to explore the inner self of the individual. There are many books that discuss several techniques to reach altered states and how to integrate them with transpersonal therapy. However, the main contribution of this book is the use of biofeedback and neurofeedback to measure these states and the use of neurotechnology with sound frequency to induce these states. The book integrates different tools that can work together to make transpersonal therapy a much better and richer experience. The use of sound frequencies to induce altered states has been used and researched by many authors, but this book introduces the most appropriate transpersonal therapy, in particular, for patients who are at a distant location and receiving therapy through an online medium. Reaching altered states requires practice, and the book integrates the use of biofeedback and neurofeedback to measure these states as part of the training to reach these states. The book is an eye-opener for transpersonal therapists interested in the use of technology to enhance the therapy experience. Professor Valverde has an incredible background that makes him ideal for the writing of this book; he is an electrical engineer with a transpersonal psychology background; this kind of educational background is unique and ideal for this type of book.

Distinguished University Professor Dr. I Charles Ph.D. LLD JD DPH JP FBQS FBU DICP is an international academic expert. He is the present academic chair of the Board of Quality Standards.

Professor Idahosa Charles Ph.D. LLD JP
Chair
Ballsbridge University Systems Worldwide
UK