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Prism neurofeedback, an FDA-cleared electroencephalography (EEG)-based system targeting amygdala-derived biomarkers, has demonstrated efficacy in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and multicenter studies. Real-world implementation data from community clinical practice remain limited. Objective: To evaluate clinical outcomes and patient-developed self-regulation strategies of Prism neurofeedback in patients with PTSD in community clinical practice. Methods: Retrospective case series of 28 consecutive patients with PTSD treated with Prism neurofeedback in a community psychiatry practice. The primary outcome was change in PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) from baseline to end of treatment. Results: Twenty-one of 28 patients (75.0%) completed treatment. Mean PCL-5 reduction was 37.0 \u00b1 18.2 points (Cohen\u2019s d = 2.03). Response rates were 100% for any improvement and 90.5% for clinically significant improvement (\u226510-point reduction). Five patients (23.8%) achieved excellent response with \u226550-point reduction. Limited follow-up data (1\u20133 months post-treatment) were available for three patients; two of three (67%) exceeded their end-of-treatment gains. Four patients receiving booster sessions showed continued improvement. Limitations: The uncontrolled, retrospective design precludes causal attribution of improvements to the intervention versus placebo effects or regression to the mean. The 25% early discontinuation rate may introduce attrition bias. Durability data are available for only three patients. Conclusions: This case series provides real-world evidence supporting the feasibility and potential clinical utility of Prism neurofeedback in community practice, with outcomes comparable to controlled studies and preliminary evidence of durable treatment effects. 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