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Robert Gallery is a former professional football player and a 2023 College Football Hall of Fame inductee. He played collegiate football at the University of Iowa, earning unanimous All-American honors and the 2003 Outland Trophy. Gallery was selected second overall in the 2004 NFL Draft and played eight seasons in the NFL with the Oakland Raiders and Seattle Seahawks. Following his professional career, Gallery experienced mental health challenges associated with repeated head injuries and alcohol dependency. Ibogaine treatment was a significant part of his personal recovery. He co-founded Athletes for Care to support other athletes navigating similar post-career challenges and to advocate for research and awareness around athlete mental health. In this episode, former NFL star Robert Gallery shares how severe CTE symptoms, failed conventional treatments, and suicidal despair led him to medically supervised ibogaine and 5‑MeO‑DMT therapy in Mexico, catalyzing profound neurological, emotional, and spiritual healing and inspiring his Athletes for Care advocacy work. RESOURCES: Learn more about Robert Gallery here: https://athletesforcare.org/ Instagram: @athletes4care Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara   CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro 00:22 – Meet Robert Gallery + ibogaine turning point 02:09 – Sponsor: Peluva barefoot shoes 03:57 – Interview begins: welcoming Robert 06:04 – NFL career, injuries, and retirement crash 08:50 – Rage at home, brain fog, alcohol, suicidality 12:56 – CTE brain scan wake‑up call and protocols 15:21 – Hyperbaric, IVs, "fractionally better," and despair 16:45 – Discovering VETS and hope for ibogaine 18:28 – Cold‑turkey off meds and heading to Mexico 19:43 – First ibogaine and 5‑MeO treatment in Mexico 25:11 – Inside the ibogaine journey: self‑hatred to self‑love 29:04 – 5‑MeO "death," meeting God, and clear brain reboot 31:45 – Second and third journeys, seeing his own death 34:46 – Life rebuilt: present dad, tools, and daily work 34:53 – SPECT vs fMRI and what scans can't show 36:31 – How ibogaine shifts self‑worth and emotional patterns 38:42 – Coming back to football, pride, and veterans' trauma 40:42 – New thought patterns, white matter, and Stanford data    WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats   SOCIAL MEDIA:  Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison   INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv  

I'm delighted to connect with Dr. Eboni Cornish today. She is the Associate Medical Director of Amen Clinics and President of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society, specializing in complex chronic illness with expertise in brain health, Lyme disease, autoimmune conditions, mold exposure, gut dysfunction, and women's midlife health. In our conversation, we explore how perimenopause and menopause affect the brain, as well as the roles of genetics and epigenetics. Dr. Cornish explains limbic lock, SPECT imaging, the impact of tick-borne illnesses, and co-infections, and how brain health issues can influence mental health. We also dive into the role of mold in testing, the gut-brain-immune-hormone axis, vagal tone, the estrobolome, leptin, the MTHFR mutation, and how Dr. Cornish prefers to have it tested and treated in her patients. Stay tuned for an insightful and wide-ranging conversation on brain health and women's midlife wellness. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why women may experience brain fog, forgetfulness, and cognitive slowing as estrogen declines How declining estrogen could make the brain more vulnerable to toxins, infections, and leaky brain How disrupted sleep, poor nutrition, and lack of oxygen (from issues like sleep apnea) can negatively affect cognition and brain health The value of continuing to learn and staying socially connected to support your cognitive health as you age How genetics can help to identify women who may be at higher risk for cognitive decline later in life. What limbic lock means How toxin overload, mold, Lyme disease, and co-infections, and unresolved stress can create a state of limbic lock  How SPECT imaging helps to explain why some people fail to improve despite multiple treatments The benefits of progesterone for supporting relaxation and improving sleep during perimenopause How declining estrogen and gut dysbiosis during perimenopause can affect the gut-brain axis Bio: Dr. Eboni Cornish Dr. Eboni Cornish is the Associate Medical Director of Amen Clinics and President of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society. She specializes in complex chronic illness, with expertise in brain health, Lyme disease, autoimmune conditions, mold toxicity, gut dysfunction, and women's midlife health. Known for her NeuroLongevity framework, Dr. Cornish takes a root-cause, brain-first approach to helping patients optimize cognitive resilience, hormone balance, and long-term wellness. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book. The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Eboni Cornish Amen Clinics On her website Instagram

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Dr. Steven Storage is a triple board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist at Amen Clinics, trained at UC Berkeley, UCLA, and Stanford, with access to nearly 300,000 brain scans — one of the largest neuroimaging databases in the world. He specializes in using SPECT brain imaging to uncover the root causes of conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and depression rather than relying on symptom-based diagnosis alone.In our conversation we discuss:(0:00) Intro(1:38) Why We Ignore Brain Health(2:35) The Truth About Alcohol & Your Brain(4:26) The Broken Mental Health Diagnosis System(5:29) Misdiagnosed for Decades (Real Case)(7:22) ADHD Misdiagnosis Is Rising Fast(8:21) The 7 Types of ADHD (No One Talks About)(10:36) Why ADHD Is Increasing(11:59) Social Media Is Rewiring Your Brain(13:27) Dopamine Addiction Explained(15:23) Why You Feel Worse Without It(16:44) Can You Reset Your Brain?(21:38) What ADHD Looks Like on Brain Scans(26:23) ADHD as a Superpower (Most Get This Wrong)(46:03) The 3 Biggest Brain Health Mistakes(1:08:45) You're Not Stuck With Your BrainLearn more about Dr. Steven Storage here:Amen Clinics: https://www.amenclinics.com/team/steven-storage-md/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstevenstorage/Listen to this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/xmh1E90dtPE

What if everything you've gone through in life — the chaos, the loss, the addiction, the grief — was the exact preparation you needed to save someone else's life?Dan Flanagan grew up surrounded by strong values of integrity, hard work, and loyalty, anchored in the rhythm of small-town Ohio life and Catholic faith. His childhood had a kind of Norman Rockwell quality to it — a baseball field in the backyard, dirt bikes, snowmobiles, his mom ringing a bell to call the kids in for dinner. But underneath that idyllic surface, something harder was brewing.Dan's dad, his hero, his best coach, was secretly battling severe clinical depression. When Dan was 15, his dad went away to a psychiatric unit an hour from home to undergo treatment and was gone for over a year. His mom held down the fort working 12-hour days.The sudden loss of his parental anchor left Dan and his siblings with too much freedom, few role models, and an onslaught of confusion and pain. He went off the rails. Started drinking, making bad choices, falling in with the wrong crowd.The darkness in his family didn't stop with his dad. His brother Sean also developed mental illness in college and attempted suicide more than once.Dan managed to earn a degree and build a sales career out of sheer determination and grit, the unresolved trauma and anger simmered beneath the surface. He masked his struggles with alcohol and bravado, insisting that everything was “fine,” when he was far from it.The turning point came on May 6th, 2019, when he finally said enough. He enrolled himself in an intensive outpatient program at the Cleveland Clinic, started showing up at the gym at 4:45 AM, and began listening obsessively to Eric Thomas, Tony Robbins, Jocko Willink, and David Goggins — anyone who had built something from nothing and come out the other side.About a year into his sobriety, he was listening to a Jocko podcast and heard about Dr. Daniel Amen, a world-renowned psychiatrist who developed brain SPECT imaging, a tool that shows what's happening in a living brain rather than just guessing. Dan ordered the book “The End of Mental Illness” before he even got home. And sitting on his couch that Saturday, something cracked open. He describes it as a spiritual moment, followed by a question that felt like it came from somewhere bigger than him: what if all of this was the preparation?Motivated to make a difference, Dan leveraged his story and his sister's expertise to launch the Brain Enrichment Initiative, a peer-to-peer mentoring and mental wellness program for students. Rooted in authenticity and vulnerability, the program aims to help young people break the silence around emotions, teaching them proactive brain health strategies and creating space for real connection.The urgency behind BEI is very real to Dan. He is out there doing the work every single day — for his family, for those kids, and for every version of himself that didn't have someone showing up to say: your brain can get better, and so can you.Hype Song: Dan's hype song is Zach William's “Survivor” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8R4tdF2s42w Resources: Dan Flanagan's website www.bei-neo.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-flanagan-a4934850/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dqflanagan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dqflan/ Invitation from Lori:This episode is sponsored by Zen Rabbit.Smart business leaders know trust is the foundation of every great workplace. And in today's hybrid and fast-moving work culture, trust isn't built in quarterly town halls or the occasional Slack message. It's built through consistent, clear, and HUMAN communication.Companies and leaders TALK about the importance of connection and community. And it's easy to believe your organization is doing a great job of maintaining an awesome corporate culture. Because you've got annual all-hands and open door policies, and “fun" team-building events.But let's be real. Leaders who are serious about building real trust are finding better ways to strengthen culture, create connection, and foster community.That's where I come in. Forward thinking companies are hiring me to produce internal/private podcasts. To bring leadership and employees together through authentic stories, real conversations, and meaningful connections. Think of it as your old-school printed company newsletter - reinvented for the modern workforce. I KNOW, what a cool idea, right?!If you run, work for, or know of a company that wants to upgrade communication, facilitate connections, build community, and maintain culture, let's chat. Message me at Lori@ZenRabbit dot com.Because when people feel heard, they engage.

He was an elite marathoner running 150 miles a week. A few years later, his SPECT brain scan looked comparable to 80-year-old patients with dementia. He was 22.Cameron George is the founder of Tru Kava and a member of the Kava Coalition. He has worked with physicians and researchers to modernize kava as a functional beverage category and has spent more than a decade studying plant pharmacology, GABA modulation, and nervous system recovery. In this conversation, Cameron explains the biochemical credit card model of synthetic drug dependency, why acetaldehyde — not ethanol — drives the effects of alcohol, and how traditional kava binds to GABA-A receptors without producing the depletion and tolerance seen with benzodiazepines. He describes how the kavalactone entourage effect enables reverse tolerance, the mechanism that allowed him to taper off benzodiazepines in under two months. Listeners learn the measurable impact of casual alcohol use on HRV and sleep architecture, the difference between real kava and US-market extracts, and the practical applications of kava for stress, focus, sleep, and alcohol-free social life.Cameron also shares his own collapse: the high-dose Adderall and benzodiazepines that nearly destroyed his nervous system, the years of multiple chemical sensitivity that followed, and the serendipitous phone call from a friend in Vanuatu that changed the trajectory of his recovery.This conversation is for anyone questioning the role alcohol plays in their performance, anyone who's been handed a prescription without answers, and anyone looking for a credible path back to a regulated nervous system.Cameron talks about:00:00 Why alcohol is a metabolic poison and acetaldehyde causes the buzz09:11 Biochemical credit cards: how synthetic substances drain your neurochemistry20:40 The Adderall and benzodiazepine prescription that broke his nervous system22:16 A SPECT brain scan comparable to 80-year-old dementia patients29:30 Autoimmune collapse, 10 grand mal seizures a day, and reacting to water31:33 The Vanuatu phone call that introduced him to traditional kava35:28 How kavalactones modulate GABA-A receptors37:10 Reverse tolerance: why kava heals the system instead of depleting it41:46 What hyper-sobriety, focus, and the kava afterglow feel like44:00 Why kava hepatotoxicity claims were debunked in 201446:30 Why traditional preparation beats kava extracts51:55 The 200 strains of kava and the vision to replace coffee cultureAdditional Resources✨ Follow Cameron George on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameron.george_/ ✨ Learn more about Tru Kava: https://trukava.com ✨ Connect with Cameron George on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-george-0311aa185/ ✨ Follow Tru Kava on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trukava/ Visit My Clinic: Chara Health

Dr. Héctor Rodriguez ("Dr. Hector") is an integrative psychiatrist and founder of Miami's White Butterfly Clinic. In this episode, we discuss the neuroscience behind ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and trauma, and how SPECT imaging helps us better understand and treat these conditions. He shares practical, natural strategies, including nutrition, supplementation, dance, and exercise, to improve brain function and mental health. Connect and Learn MoreWebsites: whitebutterflyclinic.com | doctorhector.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/doctorhectorInstagram: @doctor_hector

In today's episode, Haylie Pomroy sits down with Dr. Theoharis Theoharides, one of the world's foremost experts on mast cell activation syndrome and neuroinflammation, to break down what brain fog actually is, what is driving it at the cellular level, and what can be done about it. Dr. Theoharides explains how the brain's own immune cells, known as microglia, can become destructive when triggered by viral particles, spike protein, mold, or other inflammatory agents. He details how COVID spike protein can enter the brain through the blood-brain barrier and the olfactory nerve, persist for up to two years, and activate a cascade of neuroinflammation that disrupts memory, cognition, and mood. He also shares the latest developments in diagnostic tools, including SPECT imaging and an emerging biosignature panel designed to finally give patients measurable, objective evidence of what is happening in their brains. He walks through the most evidence-backed interventions his team is using to protect and restore brain cell function, including folinic acid, luteolin-based flavonoids, and hydroxytyrosol from olive leaves, and why supplement quality matters more than most people realize. If you have been told your brain fog is all in your head, this episode is for you. Tune in to Fast Metabolism Matters. If your body feels like it's running on empty, overburdened, or just not responding the way it used to, Haylie's latest book, Toxic Overload, tells you exactly what to do. Download your free digital copy today and start understanding what your body is trying to tell you.   Free Download: Get Your Copy of Toxic Overload

In this episode of Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill, Dr. Jill Carnahan explores the growing science behind brain inflammation and its connection to chronic illness with Dr. Eboni Cornish. Dr. Cornish, Associate Medical Director at Amen Clinics and Treasurer of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society, shares how underlying inflammation in the brain can drive symptoms often labeled as psychiatric, neurological, or behavioral conditions. Together, they discuss how mold toxicity, chronic infections, gut dysfunction, hormone imbalances, and environmental toxins can disrupt brain health and lead to symptoms such as brain fog, anxiety, depression, personality changes, and fatigue. This powerful conversation highlights the importance of identifying root causes of neuroinflammation and offers hope for individuals struggling with complex chronic conditions through advanced diagnostics, functional medicine strategies, and personalized care.

Dr. Steven Storage is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist at Amen Clinics, where brain SPECT imaging is used to diagnose and treat conditions like ADHD at the neurological level. In this episode, he and Karena cover the four pillars of brain health, how social media hijacks your dopamine, why ADHD is both genetic and environmental, the seven subtypes of ADHD, what low dopamine actually feels like, and a simple cognitive technique to stop negative thoughts from running your day. What happens to your focus, your mood, and your sense of self when your brain isn't getting what it needs — and how do you even know? Dr. Storage breaks down the neuroscience in a way that's impossible to unhear, from why one bad night of sleep costs you 30% of your executive function to how your social media habit may be draining the same brain chemical you need to feel motivated. This is the brain health conversation that has been missing from the wellness space. (00:38) The Four Pillars of Brain Health Sleep, exercise, nutrition, and avoiding toxins — the foundation for a functioning brain 20 minutes of higher-intensity cardio every other day shown to be as powerful as antidepressant medication for the brain What the brain is actually doing while you sleep  Food is fuel or garbage — why refined sugar and processed foods are inflammatory for the brain (07:07) Social Media, Dopamine & the Addiction Loop Social media is engineered to produce a dopamine spike, and the crash after is real Doom scrolling depletes the same chemical needed for focus, motivation, and productivity Why students who decompress with video games before homework are setting themselves up to struggle (11:59) ADHD Explained — Genetics, Perimenopause & What's Really Happening ADHD is one of the most genetic conditions in psychiatry ADHD as a supply-demand issue: blood flow to the prefrontal cortex vs. the demands placed on it Why perimenopause triggers ADHD-like symptoms  The difference between brain fog from perimenopause and preexisting ADHD — and why one makes the other worse (21:04) ADHD as a Superpower — And Why Medication Isn't the Enemy Why traits coded as ADHD likely survived evolution  Creativity, hyper-focus, intuition, outside-the-box thinking — the real strengths of an ADHD brain The mismatch between ADHD wiring and traditional classrooms: why Dr. Storage doesn't view ADHD as a disorder Stimulants vs. non-stimulants — what Adderall actually does to the prefrontal cortex The goal isn't to eliminate the superpower — it's to modulate the brain so you can access focus when you need it without losing creativity (32:35) Brain Development, Early Diagnosis & Rewiring Negative Thoughts The prefrontal cortex isn't fully developed until mid-to-late 20s — so how do you know when to treat? New MRI data: kids treated for ADHD before age 12 showed accelerated prefrontal cortex development Dr. Storage's three-step method for negative thought patterns Why meditation builds metacognitive awareness and helps thoughts pass like luggage on a conveyor belt Thanks for the support from our partners, including:  Guest Resources Follow Dr. Steven Storage on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drstevenstorage/) Follow Dr. Steven Storage on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/discover/dr-steven-storage) Visit Amen Clinics (https://www.amenclinics.com) If this episode moved you, please consider supporting The Big Silence Foundation and exploring our resources: Connect with The Big Silence Community Order: The Big Silence Memoir audiobook (https://thebigsilence.com/pages/audiobook) Shop The Big Silence Self Love Collection (https://thebigsilence.com/collections/shop-all) Subscribe on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaL3RrbvDLuTTGFN4VYzEpw) Donate to The Big Silence Foundation (https://thebigsilence.com/donate) The Big Silence Resource Guide (https://thebigsilence.com/pages/resources) Find exclusive offers from our supporters (https://thebigsilence.com/pages/our-podcast-partners)

Today's episode is a deep dive with the genius and the gem of a human, Dr. Eboni Cornish. Dr. Cornish is the Associate Medical Director at Amen Clinics and a Fellow, TrainingPhysician Preceptor, and President Elect of the Board for the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS).You don't want to miss this one!She is nationally recognized for her evidence-based work in neuroinflammation, autism, chronic toxicity, and complex chronic illnesses, including autoimmune disease, Lyme, PANS/PANDAS, mold illness, CIRS, and long COVID. By integrating advanced biomarker testing with Amen Clinics' SPECT brain imaging.https://www.instagram.com/dr.ebonicornish/https://www.instagram.com/amen_clinics/https://www.amenclinics.com/team/eboni-cornish-md/https://www.ilads.org/resource/My Website & Work with Me: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/faithandfit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.upliftfitnutrition.com⁠⁠⁠Email for coaching & phone consults: laceydunn@upliftfitnutrition.com & fitandfaith@gmail.comOrder my book "The Women's Guide to Hormonal Harmony" on amazon! 

On this episode of the Just a Mom podcast, Dr. Hector Rodriguez, an integrative psychiatrist, discusses the complexities of mental health, particularly in teens and young adults. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the brain's function through tools like SPECT scans (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/spect-scan) and the impact of societal changes, such as the pandemic, on mental health. Dr. Rodriguez provides insights into recognizing signs of mental health issues, the role of cannabis, and the necessity of building a support network for parents. He also highlights the importance of self-care for parents to effectively support their children. https://www.doctorhector.com/

Send in a question or comment via text.If you've been searching online for ways to deal with your anxiety, you've probably noticed there's an avalanche of information claiming to be "science-based" or "evidence-based." But here's the problem. That isn't always true.This week I'm joined by Dr. Birthe Macdonald, a research psychologist and cognitive neuroscientist, to talk about why online mental health information is so confusing and full of misinformation. We discuss why things that aren't actually science still look like fact when you're struggling and searching for relief.We touch on polyvagal theory and vagus nerve claims, SPECT brain scans and their limitations, genetic testing for antidepressants, and why confident voices with credentials can be so convincing even when the science doesn't support their claims.Dr. Macdonald shares insights on what makes good science (hint: it's humble and tries to disprove itself) and why you should probably be most skeptical of those who sound the most confident.The goal here is helping you become a more critical consumer of mental health information so you can make informed decisions about your wellbeing. Be skeptical of everything you consume online, including me. If someone claims something is science-based, question it.That said, if you find something helpful that's moving you forward and not hurting you, keep using it. You deserve information you can actually trust.Useful Links:Dr. Macdonald's websiteHer journal club pageHer instagramEpisode 124 of DisorderedSupport The Anxious Truth: If you find the podcast helpful and want to support my work, you can buy me a coffee. Other ways to support my work like buying a book or signing up for a low cost workshop can be found on my website. None of this is never required, but always appreciated! Interested in doing therapy with me? For more information on working with me directly to overcome your anxiety, follow this link.Disclaimer: The Anxious Truth is not therapy or a replacement for therapy. Listening to The Anxious Truth does not create a therapeutic relationship between you and the host or guests of the podcast. Information here is provided for psychoeducational purposes. As always, when you have questions about your own well-being, please consult your mental health and/or medical care providers. If you are having a mental health crisis, always reach out immediately for in-person help.

In this Healthy Mind, Healthy Life episode, host Charu sits down with Matt Johnson to unpack how hypnosis and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) can help people clear PTSD, anxiety, emotional baggage, and subconscious programming that keeps life stuck on autopilot. Matt shares his real-life recovery story after a severe brain injury and a PTSD diagnosis, then breaks down why many people don't get lasting results when they only work with the conscious mind. If you're tired of surface-level self-help, this conversation gets straight into practical tools, mindset rewiring, and what real healing looks like when you upgrade the “operating system” running your behaviors, habits, and reactions. About the Guest: Matt Johnson is a hypnosis and NLP specialist who helps people shift subconscious patterns behind anxiety, trauma responses, limiting beliefs, and emotional overwhelm. After years of struggling with PTSD and a brain injury, he built a practical approach to healing by combining hypnosis, NLP, and deep research into subconscious change. Key Takeaways: A brain injury can be amplified by unresolved trauma responses, especially when PTSD keeps the nervous system locked in fight or flight. Matt's turning point came after a SPECT scan showed abnormal brain activity patterns linked to PTSD, not permanent tissue damage. Many people get limited progress when they only use talk therapy or medication, because most change requires working with the subconscious mind. The subconscious can run automatic “programs” that shape habits, stress responses, and relationship reactions without conscious permission. Hypnosis is not mind control. You can accept or reject suggestions at any time, even in deep trance. NLP can create fast shifts by giving emotions a “structure” (color, shape, direction) and then changing that structure intentionally. “You're not broken” is not a quote for the wall. It's a strategy shift from identity blame to pattern change. Early-life imprinting (roughly ages 0–7) can install beliefs that feel like truth, but they are editable with the right tools. Real healing looks like removing the root patterns so the same stress does not keep returning in new forms. If traditional routes are not working, it's logical to diversify approaches and build a roadmap that actually fits you. How Listeners Can Connect with the Guest: Matt Johnson NLP Free course: NLP Mind Magic (includes exercises for anxiety, procrastination, imposter syndrome, and more). Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM . Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty. storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate. this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being • Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth • Holistic Healing & Conscious Living • Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Faith That Transforms: When the Spirit Rewires Your MindSermon by Pastor Ren Schuffman Discover how faith and spirituality literally change your brain structure according to groundbreaking neuroscience research. This comprehensive exploration examines Columbia University MRI studies showing that active spiritual engagement creates thicker brain cortexes in areas controlling emotions, decision-making, and stress management. Learn about the helper's high phenomenon where serving others strengthens neural pathways connected to empathy and joy through increased dopamine and oxytocin production. Explore fascinating SPECT scan research on Spirit-filled prayer revealing how praying in tongues shuts down language control centers while activating receiving areas of the brain. Understanding the science behind biblical principles like renewing your mind, loving your neighbor, and Spirit-led prayer provides powerful insights for mental health, emotional resilience, and spiritual growth. Topics covered include neuroplasticity and faith, brain changes from spiritual practices, depression prevention through spirituality, neuroscience of prayer and meditation, helper's high from volunteering and service, overcoming negative thought patterns, mental strongholds and breakthrough, biblical psychology and brain science, transformative versus informative faith, and practical applications for strengthening your mind through spiritual disciplines. Perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of faith and science, mental health and spirituality, or evidence-based approaches to spiritual growth and emotional wellbeing.https://www.ffc.church (Our Website) https://www.facebook.com/freedomfellowshipokc (Follow us on Facebook) https://anchor.fm/freedom-fellowship/message (Subscribe to our Audio podcast) Were you blessed by this message? Give to help us spread the gospel https://www.ffc.church/give

-- On the Show -- Donald Trump highlights November job gains while burying October losses as unemployment rises to its highest level in more than four years -- Donald Trump prepares to remove FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino after their leadership failures create political embarrassment -- Donald Trump mocks filmmaker Rob Reiner after his violent death by blaming criticism of Trump rather than behaving like a president -- Donald Trump defends his remarks about Rob Reiner, shifts blame for mass violence, and contradicts himself on policy -- Republican officials publicly rebuke Donald Trump for mocking Rob Reiner, signaling a weakening hold over his own party -- Donald Trump faces demands to disclose medical and financial records after suing the Pulitzer Prize Board and triggering legal discovery -- Trump advisers reveal basic economic ignorance as Kevin Hassett struggles to explain why 25 percent GDP growth is impossible -- Dr. Mike dismantles Daniel Amen's brain scan claims by explaining why SPECT imaging cannot diagnose cognition or justify supplement sales -- On the Bonus Show: Trump declares fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction, Trump sues the BBC for $10 billion over an edited January 6 speech, Erika Kirk meets with Candace Owens amid conspiracy claims, and much more...

Thank you Gentry Ensign, OMS IV for developing this podcast topic! Thank you John Eri, OMS III and Cody Martin, OMS III for being great sidekicks.This podcast has a high yield section focused on questions that relate to imaging and schizophrenia. It then dives into an introduction to SPECT and PET imaging and how to think about them. It then evolves to address how they were used historically to help understand schizophrenia. This is Part I of a multipart series focused on how imaging is evolving in schizophrenia and how it may be used in the future. We enjoyed our discussion and hope you do too!Thank you to the physicians that have blazed the podcast pathway over the last half decade. Thank you to the new students that carry the torch! Thank you to the immortal Jordan Turner for creating the perfect bumper music! Most of all, thank you to everybody that listens in and learns with us.

The Washington Post called Dr. Daniel Amen the most popular psychiatrist in America. He is a former infantry medic and board‑certified child and adult psychiatrist, who trained at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC. He is the CEO and founder of Amen Clinics, with 11 locations nationwide and home to the world's largest brain imaging database for psychiatry with nearly 300,000 SPECT scans on patients from 155 countries. Dr. Amen is a 12‑time New York Times bestselling author, including the books Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, Healing ADD, Memory Rescue, Raising Mentally Strong Kids, and The End of Mental Illness. In addition, Dr. Amen has published over 90 scientific articles and has led groundbreaking brain imaging research on active and former NFL players, childhood trauma, negativity bias, reversing brain aging, obesity and the brain, and predicting treatment responses. His PBS specials and top‑ranked podcast have inspired millions. With over 10 million social media followers, his mission is bold: to end mental illness by creating a revolution in brain health. Dr. Amen is formally working with the White House Faith Office on creating a national brain health revolution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Video Monsters proudly present our 2025 CHRIS-mas Spect-adequate! The finest (as in the most "ok") holiday special around! This year we're gifting you a Monthly Movie Madness, where Nathan, Dan, and Eric take turns recommending one movie per day for the month of December. The movies we pick must involve the creative talents of people named Chris (or any variation thereof). But there's a twist! Once a Chris has been played, they're off the board for the rest of the month. Think of it like an advent calendar designed to bring you mas Chris for Christmas! So take a Walken with us as we Prattle on about all the lovely Chrises we Pine for this holiday season. We guarantee you'll get your Hemsworth with this year's CHRIS-mas Spect-adequate!!If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and listen in live when we record our episodes!! Go to linktree.com/videomonsterpod for the link to Discord, our socials, and other highlights!!Video Monsters is brought to you by the Chattanooga Film Festival and Central Cinema in Knoxville, TN. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or online at chattfilmfest.org and centralcinema865.com. Links for each of these can also be found on our pages, so be sure to follow us at videomonsterpod on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram as well.music for Video Monsters by Evan Simmons

Pain isn't just in your body, it's in your brain. In this groundbreaking episode, Host Dave Asprey sits down with Dr. Daniel Amen to reveal how emotional and physical pain share the same neural circuits and how you can rewire them for relief, resilience, and longevity. You'll learn practical tools to break the “doom loop” of pain, restore neuroplasticity, and retrain your brain for calm, healing, and high performance. This is essentiallistening for anyone ready to stop managing pain and start hacking it. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR The Washington Post called Dr. Daniel Amen the most popular psychiatrist in America. He is a former infantry medic and board certified child and adult psychiatrist who trained at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC. He is the CEO and founder of Amen Clinics, with 11 locations nationwide and home to the world's largest brain imaging database for psychiatry with nearly 300,000 SPECT scans on patients from 155 countries. Dr. Amen is a 12 time New York Times bestselling author, including the books Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, Healing ADD, Memory Rescue, Raising Mentally Strong Kids, and The End of Mental Illness. He has published over 90 scientific articles and led groundbreaking brain imaging research on NFL players, childhood trauma, negativity bias, reversing brain aging, obesity and the brain, and predicting treatment responses. With over 10 million followers and multiple PBS specials, his mission is bold: to end mental illness by creating a revolution in brain health. His newest book Change Your Brain, Change Your Pain explores the neuroscience of pain and how to heal it through brain optimization and functional medicine. Host Dave Asprey and Dr. Amen uncover how suppressed emotions, inflammation, gut health, and mitochondrial function all influence pain and what you can do to reverse it using biohacking, functional medicine, and supplements. They explore how chronic pain rewires neural pathways, how to activate your brain's natural calming switch, and why techniques like hypnosis, red light therapy, rage journaling, and havening can restore balance to your nervous system. You'll also learn the surprising links between aspartame, Tylenol, and generational anxiety, and how to protect your mitochondria to optimize energy, metabolism, and emotional resilience. This episode delivers practical, science based tools for brain optimization, sleep optimization, neuroplasticity, and anti aging while connecting the dots between biohacking, psychology, and functional medicine to help you live smarter not harder. You'll Learn: • How emotional pain and physical pain run on the same brain circuits • Why suppressed rage can trigger chronic pain and how to release it • The link between inflammation, gut health, and brain suffering pathways • How supplements like saffron, curcumin, and omega 3s support pain relief and mood • Why red light therapy, hypnosis, and havening boost neuroplasticity and calm the nervous system • How environmental toxins, aspartame, and Tylenol disrupt mitochondria and increase pain • Simple daily habits to retrain your brain for resilience, optimism, and longevity Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: chronic pain neuroscience, emotional pain circuits, Change Your Brain Change Your Pain, Dr. Daniel Amen, Dave Asprey, biohacking, neuroinflammation, anterior cingulate cortex, SPECT imaging, mitochondrial metabolism, functional psychiatry, neuroplasticity, rage therapy, havening technique, red light therapy, saffron supplements, aspartame toxicity, gut brain axis, trauma healing, pain hacking BrainMD Happy Saffron Plus: Affiliate Link: https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=89351&awinaffid=855302&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fbrainmd.co…Dave's 15% OFF Discount Code: DAVE15Please note – works on one-time purchases or the first order of a subscription.Thank you to our sponsors! • AquaTru | Go to https://aquatruwater.com/daveasprey and save $100 on all AquaTru water purifiers. • NeuroVeda Health | Go to https://www.neurovedahealth.com/aspery to learn more and book your week. • BON CHARGE | Go to https://boncharge.com and use code DAVE for 15% off. • ARMRA | Go to https://tryarmra.com/ and use the code DAVE to get 15% off your first order. 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What if your biggest breakthroughs aren't blocked by willpower, but by old code running in the background? We sit down with hypnotherapist and NLP coach Matt Johnson to map the invisible forces that shape behavior—childhood imprints, nervous system alarms, and identity “thermostats”—and then we show how to change them.Matt recounts the hiking accident that led to years of light and sound sensitivity, the SPECT scan that revealed PTSD, and the turning point where traditional treatments gave way to targeted work with hypnosis, neurolinguistic programming, and somatic tools. You'll hear how the subconscious computes rather than reasons, why ages zero to seven are so pivotal, and how “parts” formed in childhood keep trying to protect you as an adult. We walk through parts integration to resolve inner conflict, reframe people pleasing and imposter syndrome, and align self-worth with assertiveness.If you've ever hit a goal and mysteriously stalled, Matt's identity thermostat concept and pain-versus-pleasure strategy will make sense of self-sabotage. We get tactical with habit design—1% daily gains, stacking joy so “fun gets done,” and the Navy SEAL-style 10-second focus to push through discomfort. Matt also demonstrates quick, portable NLP exercises: a power-scaling visualization to shrink intimidation and a “spin” technique to unwind body tension in minutes. Along the way, we compare hypnosis, NLP, EMDR, and somatic release so you can choose the right tool for your nervous system.You'll leave with a practical toolkit and a hopeful frame: if an imprint can be installed, it can be updated. Explore Matt's weekly hypnosis program, Limitless by Design, and grab his free NLP Mind Magic course for step-by-step exercises on perfectionism, procrastination, rejection, and more. If this conversation sparked a shift, follow, share with a friend, and leave a quick review—what pattern are you ready to rewrite next?Contact UsSupport the showWant to be a guest on Playing Injured? Send Joshua Dillingham a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/playinginjured

In this episode of the MindHealth360 Show, Dr. Daniel Amen – psychiatrist, researcher, bestselling author, and founder of Amen Clinics – joins me to share his groundbreaking work on brain health and psychiatry. With over 260,000 brain SPECT scans across patients from 155 countries, Dr. Amen has built the world's largest database of brain imaging for mental health, transforming how we understand conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD and dementia. Dr. Amen explains why mental health symptoms should be reframed as brain health issues, and how improving brain function through lifestyle, targeted treatments and integrative medicine can dramatically improve mood, focus and resilience. He introduces his BRIGHT MINDS framework – 11 risk factors that drive brain decline – and shares practical steps to prevent Alzheimer's, treat depression and optimize brain performance. This episode also explores the metabolic roots of mental health, the overlooked role of head trauma, how toxins like mold and anesthesia affect cognition, and why prevention is the future of psychiatry. From nutritional strategies and supplements like saffron to the promise of a global brain health revolution, Dr. Amen provides a hopeful, science-based roadmap for healing. In this episode, you'll learn: Why psychiatry is the only medical specialty that doesn't look at the organ it treats – and how SPECT imaging changes that. How Dr. Amen's BRIGHT MINDS framework addresses 11 key risk factors for brain health – Blood flow, Retirement/aging, Inflammation, Genetics, Head trauma, Toxins, Mental health, Immunity/infections, Neurohormone issues, Diabesity, and Sleep The strong connection between metabolic health, obesity and psychiatric symptoms. How brain reserve determines resilience to trauma and stress, and why prevention is critical. The role of environmental toxins like mold and pesticides in damaging cognition. Why traumatic brain injuries are a hidden but major cause of psychiatric illness. How supplements such as saffron, ginkgo and curcumin can support mood, memory, and overall brain health. Dr. Amen's vision for ending the stigma of "mental illness" and replacing it with a brain health revolution.

Send us a textWhat if “treatment-resistant” isn't about you—it's about the tools? We sit down with Dr. Theodore Henderson, a neurobiologist and psychiatrist, to rethink brain care for autism, TBI, depression, anxiety, and long COVID through neuroplasticity, functional imaging, and smarter energy-based therapies. Instead of labels and guesswork, we dig into how infrared light can reach mitochondria, raise BDNF, and trigger repair; why power and dosing make or break results; and how SPECT scans help clinicians ask better questions before prescribing. Dr. Henderson shares a striking case where a bipolar diagnosis crumbled under imaging—and Lyme disease treatment resolved years of symptoms. We also unpack the politics around SPECT access and the fresh shift in nuclear medicine guidelines that put TBI, dementia, and infectious disease back on the map. From there, we head into the future: ExoMind's next-gen TMS with shorter, quieter, higher-impact sessions; the safety essentials that keep interventions comfortable; and the real-world outcomes families care about most—less anxiety, fewer spirals, clearer thinking, more daily ease. The theme is synergy: infrared plus ketamine, infrared plus TMS, layered with sleep, sunlight, and sensory-friendly routines to create lasting change. Along the way, we honor neurodiversity and practical wins for autistic individuals: reducing rigidity, softening anxiety, and supporting unique strengths without forcing sameness. If your current plan isn't working, this conversation offers a hopeful pivot—more data, fewer assumptions, and a toolkit that actually matches the brain's biology. Subscribe, share with someone who needs a new path, and tell us: what question do you want your brain to answer next?Support the show

World renowned psychiatrist Dr. Daniel G. Amen speaks with Michael Savage about the rise of mental health struggles in America. Dr. Amen emphasizes the importance of viewing psychiatric issues as brain health problems, citing his extensive use of SPECT imaging to diagnose brain conditions and promote overall brain health through lifestyle changes. They discuss the potential psychiatric consequences of trangender medical care. Dr. Amen critiques the prevalent use of psychiatric medications, noting the high number of antidepressant prescriptions without proper brain imaging. They then speak about the integration of faith and spirituality in mental health, the detrimental effects of marijuana and alcohol on the brain, and the benefits of natural supplements for mood enhancement and depression treatment. Dr. Amen shares insights from his studies on murderers' brains, the impact of traumatic brain injuries, and the potential causes of violent behavior. He advocates for a daily focus on brain health in various aspects of life and discusses his aim to start a nationwide brain health revolution.

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Storage, a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in both adult and child/adolescent psychiatry. We explore how SPECT brain scans can reveal hidden strengths and weaknesses, the different subtypes of ADHD and their unique treatment approaches, and why nutrition, sleep, and movement are so essential for supporting children's mental health. Dr. Storage also offers his perspective on when medication may be the right choice, how metabolic and mental health are connected, and the simple lifestyle strategies families can start using today to support brain health.→Leave Us A Voice Message!Topics Discussed: → How do SPECT scans help with ADHD?→ What are the types of ADHD?→ How does nutrition support brain health?→ When is ADHD medication needed?→ How are metabolic and mental health linked?Sponsored By: → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com→ LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly → Hiya Health | Get 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/Kelly and give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy, happy adults.→ Manukora | Head to manukora.com/kelly to save up to 31% & $25 worth of free gifts in the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar.Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:21 - Path to Functional Medicine→ 00:04:34 - SPECT Scan Overview→ 00:08:58 - Improving Your Brain Scan→ 00:12:37 - Understanding Strengths & Weaknesses→ 00:14:09 - ADHD Superpower→ 00:18:40 - ADHD & IQ→ 00:21:09 - Treating Different Types of ADHD→ 00:26:07 - Deciding When to Medicate→ 00:29:54 - Adderall→ 00:32:12 - Nutrition & Brain Health→ 00:33:44 - Lifestyle Interventions→ 00:38:10 - Lunchbox Ideas & Children's Nutrition→ 00:40:09 - Exercise Recommendations→ 00:43:06 - Children's Sleep Routine→ 00:47:12 - Supplementation→ 00:50:17 - Caffeine & ADHD→ 00:54:23 - Improving Brain Health→ 00:56:37 - Mental Health & Metabolic Health→ 00:58:01 - Spiritual Health→ 00:58:53 - Types of Depression→ 01:00:46 - Misdiagnosing Bipolar Disorder→ 01:02:10 - Processing Trauma & Neuroplasticity→ 01:06:41 - The Future of Psychiatry & Mental HealthCheck Out Dr. Steven: → Website→ Instagram: @drstevenstorage ; @amen_clinics→ YouTubeCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ Youtube→ Facebook

In this episode, Dr. Eboni Cornish, Associate Medical Director at Amen Clinic and Treasurer of ILADS, provides an in-depth discussion on the intersection of brain health, Lyme disease, and functional medicine. Explaining the tools and methodologies used at Amen Clinic, such as SPECT scans for brain imaging, Dr. Cornish illustrates how they diagnose neuroinflammatory conditions. She also delves into the importance of holistic approaches, including immune modulation, gut health, hormonal balancing, and lifestyle changes, to treat chronic illnesses. Dr. Cornish emphasizes the interconnectivity of the body's systems and the necessity of a multi-faceted approach to healing. Additionally, she offers insights into the complexities of treatment, the impacts of neuroinflammation, and provides guidance for patients seeking answers and support. The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor at The Karlfeldt Center, call 208-338-8902 or reach us at info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.com. Check out my Ebook: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery You can buy it for $24.99 or use the code LYMEPODCAST for a 100% off discount! _______________________________The Karlfeldt Center offers the most cutting-edge and comprehensive Lyme therapies. To schedule a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call with a Lyme Literate Naturopathic Doctor at The Karlfeldt Center, call 208-338-8902 or email info@TheKarlfeldtCenter.comCheck out Dr. K's Ebook: Breaking Free From Lyme: A Comprehensive Guide to Healing and Recovery here: https://store.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/products/breaking-free-from-lymeUse the code LYMEPODCAST for a 100% off discount!

CardioNerds (Drs. Rick Ferraro and Georgia Vasilakis Tsatiris) discuss ATTR cardiac amyloidosis with expert Dr. Justin Grodin. This episode is a must-listen for all who want to know how to diagnose and treat ATTR with current available therapies, as well as management of concomitant diseases through a multidisciplinary approach. We take a deep dive into the importance of genetic testing, not only for patients and families, but also for gene-specific therapies on the horizon. Dr. Grodin draws us a roadmap, guiding us through new experimental therapies that may reverse the amyloidosis disease process once and for all.  Audio editing by CardioNerds academy intern, Christiana Dangas. This episode was developed in collaboration with the American Society of Preventive Cardiology and supported by an educational grant from BridgeBio.  Enjoy this Circulation Paths to Discovery article to learn more about the CardioNerds mission and journey.  US Cardiology Review is now the official journal of CardioNerds! Submit your manuscripts here.  CardioNerds Cardiac Amyloid PageCardioNerds Episode Page Pearls: You must THINK about your patient having amyloid to recognize the pattern and make the diagnosis. Start with a routine ECG and TTE, and look for a disproportionately large heart muscle with relatively low voltages on the ECG.  Before you diagnose ATTR amyloidosis, AL amyloidosis must be ruled out (or ruled in) with serum light chains, serum/urine immunofixation, and/or tissue biopsy.  Genetic testing is standard of care for all patients and families with ATTR amyloidosis, and the future is promising for gene-specific treatments. Current FDA-approved treatments for TTR amyloidosis are TTR stabilizers and TTR silencers, but TTR fibril-depleting agents are on their way.  Early diagnosis of ATTR affords patients maximal benefit from current amyloidosis therapies.   TTR amyloidosis patients require a multidisciplinary approach for success, given the high number of concomitant diseases with cardiomyopathy.  Notes: Notes: Notes drafted by Dr. Georgia Vasilakis Tsatiris.  What makes you most suspicious of a diagnosis of cardiac amyloidosis from the typical heart failure patient?  You must have a strong index of suspicion, meaning you THINK that the patient could have cardiac amyloidosis, to consider it diagnostically. Some characteristics or “red flags” to not miss:   Disproportionately thick heart muscle with a relatively low voltages on EKG   Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome – estimated that 1 in 10 people >65 years old will have amyloidosis   Previously tolerated antihypertensive medications  Atraumatic biceps tendon rupture   Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome  Spinal stenosis   Concomitant with other diseases: HFpEF, low-flow low-gradient aortic stenosis  How would you work up a patient for cardiac amyloidosis?   Start with a routine ECG (looking for disproportionally low voltage) and routine TTE (looking for thick heart muscle)  CBC, serum chemistries, hepatic function panel, NT proBNP, and troponin levels  NOTE: It is critical to differentiate between amyloid light chain (AL amyloidosis) and transthyretin ATTR amyloidosis, as both make up 95-99% of amyloidosis cases.   Obtain serum free light chains, serum & urine electrophoresis, and serum & urine immunofixation to rule out AL amyloidosis. (See table below)  AL Amyloidosis ATTR Amyloidosis  → Positive serum free light chains and immunofixation (Abnormal M protein) → Tissue biopsy (endomyocardial, fat pad) to confirm diagnosis → Negative serum free light chains and immunofixation (ruled out AL amyloidosis) → Cardiac scintigraphy (Technetium pyrophosphate with SPECT imaging)  What treatment options do we have to offer now for ATTR CM, and how has this compared to prior years?   Before 2019, treatment options were limited outside of cardiac tr...

Drs. Rick Ferraro and Sneha Nandy discuss ‘Diagnosis of ATTR Cardiac Amyloidosis' with Dr. Venkatesh Murthy.  In this episode, we explore the diagnosis of ATTR cardiac amyloidosis, a condition once considered rare but now increasingly recognized due to advances in imaging and the availability of effective therapies. Dr. Venkatesh Murthy, a leader in multimodality imaging, discusses key clinical and laboratory features that should raise suspicion for the disease. We also examine the role of nuclear imaging and genetic testing in confirming the diagnosis, as well as the importance of early detection. Tune in for expert insights on navigating this challenging diagnosis and look out for our next episode on treatment approaches for cardiac amyloidosis! Audio editing for this episode was performed by CardioNerds Intern, Julia Marques Fernandes. Enjoy this Circulation Paths to Discovery article to learn more about the CardioNerds mission and journey.  US Cardiology Review is now the official journal of CardioNerds! Submit your manuscripts here.  CardioNerds Cardiac Amyloid PageCardioNerds Episode Page Pearls: - Diagnosis of Transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy 1. Recognizing the Red Flags – ATTR cardiac amyloidosis often presents with subtle but telling signs, such as bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome, low-voltage ECG, and a history of lumbar spinal stenosis or biceps tendon rupture. If you see these features in a patient with heart failure symptoms, think amyloidosis!    2. “Vanilla Ice Cream with a Cherry on Top” – On strain echocardiography, apical sparing is a classic pattern for cardiac amyloidosis. While helpful, it's not foolproof—multimodal imaging and clinical suspicion are key!   3. Nuclear Imaging is a Game-Changer – When suspicion for cardiac amyloidosis is high à a positive PYP scan with SPECT imaging (grade 2 or 3 myocardial uptake) in the absence of monoclonal protein (ruled out by SPEP, UPEP, and free light chains) is diagnostic for ATTR amyloidosis—no biopsy needed!   4. Wild-Type vs. Hereditary? Know the Clues – Older patients (70+) are more likely to have wild-type ATTR, while younger patients (40s-60s), especially those with neuropathy and a family history of heart failure, should raise suspicion for hereditary ATTR. Genetic testing is crucial for distinguishing between the two. Note that some ATTR variants may predispose to a false negative PYP scan!  5. Missing Amyloidosis = Missed Opportunity – With multiple disease-modifying therapies now available, early diagnosis is critical. If you suspect cardiac amyloidosis, don't delay the workup—early treatment improves outcomes!   Notes - Diagnosis of Transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy What clinical features should raise suspicion for ATTR cardiac amyloidosis?   ATTR cardiac amyloidosis is underdiagnosed because symptoms overlap with other forms of heart failure.   Red flags include bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome (often years before cardiac symptoms), low-voltage ECG despite increased LV wall thickness, heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) with a restrictive pattern, and history of lumbar spinal stenosis, biceps tendon rupture, and/or peripheral neuropathy, including possible autonomic dysfunction (e.g., orthostatic hypotension).  Remember: If an older patient presents with heart failure and unexplained symptoms like neuropathy or musculoskeletal issues, think amyloidosis!   What is the differential diagnosis for a thick left ventricle (LVH) and how does ATTR amyloidosis fit into it?    Hypertension: Most common cause of LVH, typically with a history of uncontrolled high blood pressure.   Aortic stenosis: May present with concentric LVH.   Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM): Genetic disorder typically presenting with asymmetric LVH, especially in younger patients.   Infiltrative cardiomyopathy: Often due to amyloidosis, sarcoidosis,

  WFNMB and the AOCNMB meetingsIn this podcast, we talk about the upcoming meetings of the World Federation of Nuclear Medicine and Biology and the Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology  https://www.wfnmb.org/https://aocnmb2025.com/TAGS WFNMB,AOCNMB,PET,Podcast,Nuclear,Imaging,Therapy,NuclearMedicine,NIF,Physics,UNIMELB,MBCIU,Positron,NUCCAST @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536870145 1107305727 0 0 415 0;}@font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-469750017 -1040178053 9 0 511 0;}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0cm; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; 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  WFNMB and the AOCNMB meetingsIn this podcast, we talk about the upcoming meetings of the World Federation of Nuclear Medicine and Biology and the Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology  https://www.wfnmb.org/https://aocnmb2025.com/TAGS WFNMB,AOCNMB,PET,Podcast,Nuclear,Imaging,Therapy,NuclearMedicine,NIF,Physics,UNIMELB,MBCIU,Positron,NUCCAST @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536870145 1107305727 0 0 415 0;}@font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-469750017 -1040178053 9 0 511 0;}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0cm; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; 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Paging all neuroradiologists and spine specialists interested in enhancing their vertebral nerve ablation practice. In this special ESNR edition of Backtable MSK, host Jacob Fleming welcomes neuroradiologist Dr. Luigi Manfre to discuss the intricacies of vertebral nerve ablation, focusing on patient selection, technical approaches, and emerging practice trends. --- SYNPOSIS The physicians discuss the importance of careful diagnosis using MRI, SPECT scanning, and nerve block tests to improve treatment efficacy. Dr. Manfre emphasizes the need for strict patient selection to mitigate failures and highlights the variability in vertebral innervation between patients that can affect outcomes. The conversation also explores the nuances of conducting procedures under CT guidance and addresses challenges in treating different spinal levels, including L5 and S1. BONUS: Details on the ESNR Hands-On Spine Course held in Catania, Italy from October 16th-18th, 2025. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction02:43 - Upcoming Hands-On Spine Course 08:40 - The Rundown: Basivertebral Nerve Ablation15:18 - Understanding Modic Changes and Their Implications26:03 - Unique Innervation and Corresponding Challenges in Ablation38:13 - Technical Approaches and Difficulties in BVNA51:16 - Patient Selection and Procedure Efficacy for Ablative Procedures01:00:29 - Conclusion and ESNR Course Information --- RESOURCES Dr. Luigi Manfre https://www.linkedin.com/in/luigi-manfre-20b61284/?originalSubdomain=it European Society of Neuroradiology (ESNR)https://www.esnr.org/

How do you turn massive clinical imaging data into insights that change lives? What does it take to move from a psychology undergrad to a pioneering role in pediatric brain research? And how can coding, connectomics, and curiosity shape a meaningful clinical career in neuroscience? In this inspiring episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we sit down with Dr. Puck Reeders, Senior Neuroscience Research Scientist at the Brain Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital. From her early days in Curacao to building novel neuroimaging pipelines in one of the nation's oldest pediatric epilepsy programs, Dr. Reeders shares her unique career path—and how she helps decode complex brain networks to improve surgical outcomes for children with intractable epilepsy. We explore: How connectomics and diffusion imaging guide surgical planning Her innovative research on white matter networks and neuromodulation responses The steep but rewarding path from zero coding skills to advanced tractography Tips for transitioning from psychology to clinical neuroscience Career advice for anyone eager to enter research-focused medical settings Whether you're a student exploring future careers, a neuroscientist curious about clinical impact, or just fascinated by how science meets medicine—you'll walk away informed and inspired. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Insights from a Neuroscience Research Scientist 00:03:00 - Functional Mapping Techniques for Epilepsy 00:08:43 - Transitioning from Medical School to Psychology 00:13:10 - Research Gaps in Epilepsy 00:17:10 - Understanding Connectomics in Epilepsy Treatment 00:21:53 - Combining Imaging Techniques in Research 00:24:50 - Coding Challenges in Research 00:27:12 - Coding Journey in Neuroscience 00:28:51 - Learning to Code: A Personal Journey 00:32:39 - The Importance of Networking 00:34:30 - Art's Role in Science Communication 00:37:38 - Landing a Job Through Networking 00:41:22 - Research Opportunities in Connectomics 00:46:49 - Exploring Diverse Career Opportunities 00:51:38 - Job Search Tips and Strategies 00:54:39 - Tips for Job Applications and Interviews 00:59:46 - From Medicine to Neuroscience Research 01:02:06 - Clinical Research and Pediatric Epilepsy About the Podcast Guest: Dr. Puck Reeders is a Senior Neuroscience Research Scientist at the Brain Institute at Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Miami, Florida https://www.nicklauschildrens.org/home Her work focuses on investigating aberrant brain networks in children with intractable epilepsy, applying advanced neuroimaging techniques to improve clinical outcomes in pediatric neurology. Originally from the Netherlands and raised on the island of Curaçao, Dr. Reeders brings a global perspective to her research. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Chemistry from the University of Miami, and a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from Florida International University, where she also completed her postdoctoral training in the Allen Neurocircuitry and Cognition Lab. Dr. Reeders has over nine years of experience working with functional MRI (fMRI) and diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) in both adults and children. Her current research explores the structural connectomics of pediatric epilepsy, the development of clinical imaging pipelines to detect white matter abnormalities, cortical dysplasias, and automated SPECT subtractions—bringing together cutting-edge science with translational clinical impact. Her expertise spans: Neuroimaging and clinical pipeline development Data analysis and scientific coding Translational neuroscience and surgical planning support Research project design and academic mentoring Outside of the lab, Dr. Reeders shares insights into neuroscience careers and research life on her educational Instagram: @Drpucky You can also connect with her professionally on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/puckreeders/  About the Podcast Host: The Neurocareers podcast is brought to you by The Institute of Neuroapproaches (https://www.neuroapproaches.org/) and its founder, Milena Korostenskaja, Ph.D. (Dr. K), a career coach for people in neuroscience and neurotechnologies. As a professional coach with a background in neurotech and Brain-Computer Interfaces, Dr. K understands the unique challenges and opportunities job applicants face in this field and can provide personalized coaching and support to help you succeed. Here's what you'll get with one-on-one coaching sessions from Dr. K: Identification and pursuit of career goals Guidance on job search strategies, resume, and cover letter development Neurotech / neuroscience job interview preparation and practice Networking strategies to connect with professionals in the field of neuroscience and neurotechnologies Ongoing support and guidance to help you stay on track and achieve your goals You can always schedule a free neurocareer consultation/coaching session with Dr. K at https://neuroapproaches.as.me/free-neurocareer-consultation Subscribe to our Nerocareers Newsletter to stay on top of all our cool neurocareers news at updates https://www.neuroapproaches.org/neurocareers-news

L'episodio di oggi racconta la straordinaria storia di un fisico nucleare e imprenditore di fama internazionale. Parliamo di Stefano Buono, co-founder e CEO di newcleo.Fondata nel 2021 insieme a Luciano Cinotti ed Elisabeth Rizzotti, newcleo sviluppa reattori nucleari di ultima generazione destinati a produrre energia pulita, sicura e sostenibile. In modo del tutto innovativo, i reattori di newcleo utilizzeranno le scorie nucleari come combustibile eliminando la complessità dello smaltimento dei rifiuti derivanti dall'energia nucleare. In un solo anno newcleo ha raccolto 400 milioni di euro con round partecipati anche da Exor, Liftt e Club degli investitori, e nel 2023 ha lanciato un aumento di capitale da 1 miliardo di euro.Ma questa non è la prima esperienza imprenditoriale di Stefano, nel 2002 Stefano fonda con Paolo Pomè l'Advanced Accelerator Applications per commercializzare un brevetto sviluppato durante gli anni al CERN insieme a Carlo Rubbia e sviluppare prodotti di medicina nucleare per la diagnostica PET e SPECT e la terapia oncologica. Nel 2017 viene registrato il Lutathera, un medicinale per la cura dei tumori dell'intestino, dando inizio alla crescita esponenziale del mercato dei prodotti radiofarmaceutici. Advanced Accelerator Applications è stata quotata al Nasdaq e poi venduta a Novartis per 3.9 miliardi di dollari ma la crescita è ancora strabiliante, contando 1100 dipendenti, sedi in 11 paesi e una rete di distribuzione in 30 paesi.La passione per la scienza e lo spirito imprenditoriale sono sempre stati centrali nella vita di Stefano.Ascoltando Stefano capirete infatti che ha l'ambizione di un imprenditore ma l'anima di uno scienziato interessato ad impatto e risultati. E' una persona super privata non interessata a esaltare il suo successo, quindi siamo particolarmente lusingate ci abbia dedicato un po' del suo tempo prezioso. Con Stefano abbiamo parlato della sua vita da innovatore e dell'importanza del nucleare per produrre un'energia più pulita, indipendente e sostenibile. Speriamo che la chiacchierata possa essere utile per approfondire una tematica così attuale, importante e a volte controversa.SPONSORClemi's Market è il brand di healthy food che ho lanciato con mia sorella e ho una bellissima notizia da annunciarvi, da oggi potete trovare due gusti delle nostre barrette energetiche in 95 Esselunga in giro per l'Italia e presto anche su Esselunga.com ! Potete trovare la lista esatta dei negozi qui: https://www.clemismarket.com/pages/store-locatorSe state cercando uno snack sano ma allo stesso gustoso con un etichetta pulitissima di soli 5 ingredienti naturali, provatele e fatemi sapere cosa ne pensate.

Sterile Processing professionals around the world show up every day with passion, resilience, and commitment to #FightingDirty! But what happens when they don't have access to the tools and education they need? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we're joined by Christina Fast—global safe surgery advocate and founder of the Sterile Processing Education Charitable Trust (SPECT)—to explore what sustainable education looks like in low-resource settings. Christina shares how a life-changing visit to a hospital in Sierra Leone sparked her global mission to equip, train, and empower local Sterile Processing teams with systems that last long after the classroom. From hands-on cleanups and glow-in-the-dark microbiology lessons to fully customized programs rooted in local needs, SPECT is changing the game—one department at a time. Buckle up for a conversation full of heart, grit, and global impact! A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 1 of the Beyond Clean Canada Podcast! Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook so you're always in the loop for every episode! #BeyondCleanCanada #MDR #SterileProcessing #GlobalImpact #Safety #Education #Podcast #Solventum

Dr. Steven is a mental health expert specializing in brain health, ADHD, trauma, and burnout. With a focus on innovative treatments like SPECT imaging, he helps people understand the root causes of mental health challenges and optimize their well-being. Through his research and clinical practice, Dr. Steven shares practical insights on focus, resilience, and achieving peak mental performance.Connect with Dr. Steven!https://www.instagram.com/drstevenstoragehttps://www.instagram.com/amen_clinics0:00 - Introduction0:56 - Meet Dr. Steven1:07 - What does FEMA funding cover for wildfire evacuees?2:05 - Steven explains his clinic's method of linking mental health to brain health3:40 - How does Steven's clinic method differ from traditional psychiatry?4:53 - What is SPECT imaging, and how does it help diagnose mental health issues?5:40 - What does a depressed brain look like on a SPECT scan?7:03 - Root causes of abnormal brain activity8:58 - How much do technology and social media contribute to ADHD and depression?10:53 - How people like Elon Musk, Kanye West, Nikola Tesla are geniuses despite being on the autism spectrum13:20 - How can you tell if a child is born with ADHD or if excessive screen time has rewired their brain?15:30 - Factors beyond genetics that contribute to ADHD17:30 - Evolutionary theory of why ADHD exists18:24 - How does finding the right environment help optimize brain health of people with ADHD19:25 - How to prevent brain burnout21:16 - The 3 pillars of brain health: sleep, exercise, and nutrition23:53 - How to learn to enjoy parts of your job that you dislike26:48 - The importance of connecting your work to a strong "why"28:31 - Andy's 7-year entrepreneur cycle33:20 - How tracking priorities can prevent burnout cycles36:35 - How should goals be structured: specific deadlines vs. broader intentions?39:31 - Living in the gap vs. living in the gain: Celebrating progress while working towards goals41:15 - Why it's not great to set tight goal deadlines: "The by-30-years-old goal"43:12 - Andy's partner goal: Someone who makes him feel seen and understood45:59 - How to take effective breaks without ruining focus on your work49:09 - How Steven prevents burnout during workdays by breaking tasks into manageable chunks50:54 - Why does being present with others drain energy?53:48 - How different attachment styles affect relationships57:23 - As a psychological expert, does Steven experience stress and anxiety?59:31 - How to release stress and trauma from our bodies1:01:09 - How trauma manifests in the body if not processed properly1:02:46 - Conscious negativity bias: Can too much positivity suppress real emotions?1:05:09 - The "baby tiger" analogy for suppressed trauma1:07:02 - How some people rationalize trauma without fully processing it1:09:22 - What is dissociation, and how does it affect people such as war veterans?1:12:27 - What SSRIs are and how they affect the human brain1:14:58 - Why most people use SSRIs1:16:44 - Are religious people less prone to stress and depression?1:18:43 - Parenting in a tech-driven world: Managing screen time effectively1:23:01 - Naval Ravikant's hypothesis of giving unlimited freedom to his children1:26:07 - Steven shares his approach to raising his kids1:29:14 - Nature vs. nurture: Can parents shape their kids' career paths?1:32:48 - Andy's parenting approach: Helping kids earn their own rewards1:36:23 - Methamphetamine addicts and cellphone addicts show similar brain activity1:38:15 - Steven's thoughts on watching porn1:40:19 - Dopamine regulation: Setting intentions for meaningful interactions1:44:15 - Introverts vs. extroverts1:47:20 - 80/20 rule for mental and brain health: sleep, exercise, nutrition1:51:19 - 3 sleep principles from cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia1:56:28 - Steven's recent life discoveries1:58:14 - Steven shares his goal to spend more time with his wife1:59:18 - Connect with Dr. Steven1:59:54 - Outro

Dr. Lily Wang and Dr. Aakanksha Sriwastwa discuss how nuclear medicine, including PET and SPECT imaging, helps diagnose and treat medically refractory focal epilepsy. Learn how these techniques guide surgical planning and improve patient care.   Nuclear Medicine Imaging in Epilepsy. Sriwastwa et al. RadioGraphics 2025; 45(1):e240062. 

Eboni Cornish, MD, joins Integrative Practitioner Content Specialist Avery St. Onge to discuss how to use SPECT imaging as a diagnostic tool to evaluate and manage chronic infections in a live interview at the 2025 Integrative Healthcare Symposium. About the Expert Eboni Cornish, MD, a highly regarded physician, provides integrative medicine services to a diverse global patient community. Currently serving as the Functional Medicine Director of the Amen Clinics East Coast Division, she specializes in autoimmune diseases, hormone imbalances, Lyme disease, autism, environmental toxicity, gut imbalances, neurology, and various other chronic conditions. Employing a holistic approach, Dr. Cornish identifies the root causes of health issues within the body's biological systems, offering comprehensive treatment to both adults and children. Her treatment philosophy is integrative and evidence-based.

CardioNerds Cardiac Amyloidosis Series Chair Dr. Rick Ferraro and Episode Lead Dr. Anna Radakrishnan discuss the biology of transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM ) with Dr. Daniel Judge.  Notes were drafted by Dr. Anna Radakrishnan. The audio was engineered by student Dr. Julia Marques.  This episode provides a comprehensive overview of transthyretin (ATTR) cardiac amyloidosis, a complex and rapidly evolving disease process. The discussion covers the key red flags for cardiac amyloidosis, the diagnostic pathway, and the implications of hereditary versus wild-type ATTR. Importantly, the episode delves into the current and emerging therapies for ATTR, including stabilizers, gene silencers, and promising treatments like CRISPR-Cas9 and antibody-based approaches. Dr. Judge shares his insights and excitement about the rapidly advancing field, highlighting the need for early diagnosis and the potential to improve long-term outcomes for patients with this condition.  Enjoy this Circulation Paths to Discovery article to learn more about the CardioNerds mission and journey.  US Cardiology Review is now the official journal of CardioNerds! Submit your manuscripts here.  CardioNerds Cardiac Amyloid PageCardioNerds Episode Page Pearls: - Biology of Transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy Maintain a high index of suspicion! Look for subtle (yet telling) signs like ventricular hypertrophy, discordant EKG findings, bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome, and spontaneous biceps tendon rupture.  Utilize the right diagnostic tests. Endomyocardial biopsy remains the gold standard, but non-invasive tools like PYP scan with SPECT imaging and genetic testing are essential for accurate diagnosis.  Differentiating hereditary from wild-type ATTR is critical, as genetic forms may have a more aggressive course and familial implications.  Early diagnosis and intervention significantly improve prognosis, making vigilance in screening and prompt treatment initiation essential.  The future is now! Cutting-edge therapies are transforming the treatment landscape, including TTR stabilizers, gene silencers, and emerging technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 and antibody-based treatments.  Notes - Biology of Transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy What is transthyretin amyloid (aTTR) and how is it derived?  Transthyretin (TTR) is a transport protein primarily synthesized by the liver, responsible for carrying thyroid hormones (thyroxine) and retinol (vitamin A) in the blood. It circulates as a tetramer, composed of four identical monomers, which is essential for its stability and function.  In transthyretin amyloid (ATTR) amyloidosis, the TTR protein becomes unstable, leading to its dissociation into monomers. These monomers misfold and aggregate into insoluble amyloid fibrils, which deposit extracellularly in tissues such as the heart, nerves, and gastrointestinal tract. This progressive amyloid deposition leads to organ dysfunction, including restrictive cardiomyopathy and neuropathy.  There are two main forms of ATTR amyloidosis: hereditary (variant) and wild-type (senile) ATTR.  Hereditary ATTR (ATTRv) is caused by mutations in the TTR gene. These mutations destabilize the TTR tetramer, making it more prone to dissociation. This increases misfolding and amyloid fibril formation, resulting in systemic amyloid deposition.   Wild-type ATTR (ATTRwt) occurs without genetic mutations and is primarily age-related. Over time, even normal TTR tetramers can become unstable, leading to gradual misfolding and amyloid deposition, particularly in the heart. ATTRwt is a common but often underdiagnosed cause of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) in elderly individuals.  How does aTTR lead to deleterious effects in the heart and other organ systems?    Transthyretin amyloidosis leads to organ dysfunction through the deposition of misfolded TTR protein as amyloid fib...

Neuroimaging is a tool to classify and ascertain the etiology of epilepsy in people with first or recurrent unprovoked seizures. In addition, imaging may help predict the response to treatment. To maximize diagnostic power, it is essential to order the correct imaging sequences. In this episode, Aaron Berkowitz, MD, PhD, FAAN speaks with Christopher T. Skidmore, MD, author of the article “Neuroimaging in Epilepsy,” in the Continuum February 2025 Epilepsy issue. Dr. Berkowitz is a Continuum® Audio interviewer and professor of clinical neurology at the University of California, San Francisco Dr. Skidmore is  an associate professor of neurology and vice-chair for clinical affairs at Thomas Jefferson University, Department of Neurology in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Additional Resources Read the article: Neuroimaging in Epilepsy Subscribe to Continuum: shop.lww.com/Continuum Earn CME (available only to AAN members): continpub.com/AudioCME Continuum® Aloud (verbatim audio-book style recordings of articles available only to Continuum® subscribers): continpub.com/Aloud More about the American Academy of Neurology: aan.com Social Media facebook.com/continuumcme @ContinuumAAN Host: @AaronLBerkowitz Guest: @ctskidmore  Full episode transcript available here Dr Jones: This is Dr Lyell Jones, Editor-in-Chief of Continuum, the premier topic-based neurology clinical review and CME journal from the American Academy of Neurology. Thank you for joining us on Continuum Audio, which features conversations with Continuum's guest editors and authors who are the leading experts in their fields. Subscribers to the Continuum journal can read the full article or listen to verbatim recordings of the article and have access to exclusive interviews not featured on the podcast. Please visit the link in the episode notes for more information on the article, subscribing to the journal, and how to get CME. Dr Berkowitz: This is Dr Aaron Berkowitz, and today I'm interviewing Dr Christopher Skidmore about his article on neuroimaging in epilepsy, which appears in the February 2025 Continuum issue on epilepsy. Welcome to the podcast, Dr Skidmore. Would you please introduce yourself to our audience?  Dr Skidmore: Thank you for having me today. I'm happy to talk to you, Dr Berkowitz. My name is Christopher Skidmore. I'm an associate professor of neurology at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. I'm a member of the Jefferson Comprehensive Epilepsy Center and also serve as the vice chair of clinical affairs for the department.  Dr Berkowitz: Thank you very much for joining us and for this fantastic article. It's very comprehensive, detailed, a very helpful review of the various types of brain pathology that can lead to epilepsy with very helpful images and descriptions of some of the more common findings like mesial temporal sclerosis and some of the less common ones such as cortical malformations, heterotopia, ganglioglioma, DNET. So, I encourage all of our listeners to read your article and take a close look at those images. So, hopefully you can recognize some of these findings on patients' neuroimaging studies, or if you're studying for the right or the boards, you can recognize some of these less common congenital malformations that can present in childhood or adulthood with epilepsy. In our interview today, what I'd like to do is focus on some practical tips to approaching, ordering, and reviewing different neuroimaging studies in patients with epilepsy. So to start, what's your approach when you're reviewing an MRI for a patient with a first seizure or epilepsy? What sequence do you begin with and why, how do you proceed through the different sequences and planes? What exactly are you looking for?  Dr Skidmore: It's an important question. And I think to even take a step back, I think it's really important, when we're ordering the MRI, we really need to be specific and make sure that we're mentioning the words seizures and epilepsy because many radiology centers and many medical centers have different imaging protocols for seizure and epilepsy patients as compared to, like, a stroke patient or a brain tumor patient. I think first off, we really need to make sure that's in the order, so that way the radiologist can properly protocol it. Once I get an image, though, I treat an MRI just like I would a CAT scan approach with any patient, which is to always approach it in the same fashion. So, top down, if I'm looking at an axial image. If I'm looking at a coronal image, I might start at the front of the head and go to the back of the head. And I think taking that very organized approach and looking at the whole brain in total first and looking across the flare image, a T2-weighted image and a T1-weighted image in those different planes, I think it's important to look for as many lesions as you can find. And then using your clinical history. I mean, that's the value of being a neurologist, is that we have the clinical history, we have the neurological exam, we have the history of the seizure semiology that can might tell us, hey, this might be a temporal lobe seizure or hey, I'm thinking about a frontal lobe abnormality. And then that's the advantage that we often have over the radiologist that we can then take that history, that exam, and apply it to the imaging study that we're looking at and then really focus in on those areas. But I think it's important, and as I've illustrated in a few of the cases in the chapter, is that don't just focus on that one spot. You really still need to look at the whole brain to see if there's any other abnormalities as well. Dr Berkowitz: Great, that's a very helpful approach. Lots of pearls there for how to look at the imaging in different planes with different sequences, comparing different structures to each other. Correspondent reminder, listeners, to look at your paper. That's certainly a case where a picture is worth a thousand words, isn't it, where we can describe these. But looking at some of the examples in your paper, I think, will be very helpful as well. So, you mentioned mentioning to the neuroradiologist that we're looking for a cause of seizures or epilepsy and epilepsy protocols or MRI. What is sort of the nature of those protocols if there's not a quote unquote “ready-made” one at someone 's center in their practice or in their local MRI center? What types of things can be communicated to the radiologist as far as particular sequences or types of images that are helpful in this scenario? Dr Skidmore: I spent a fair amount of time in the article going over the specific MRI protocol that was designed by the International League Against Epilepsy. But what I look for in an epilepsy protocol is a high-resolution T2 coronal, a T2 flare weighted image that really traverses the entire temporal lobe from the temporal tip all the way back to the most posterior aspects of the temporal lobe, kind of extending into the occipital lobe a little bit. I also want to see a high resolution. In our center, it's usually a T1 coronal image that images the entire brain with a very, very thin slice, and usually around two millimeters with no gaps. As many of our neurology colleagues are aware, when you get a standard MRI of the brain for a stroke or a brain tumor, you're going to have a relatively thick slice, anywhere from five to eight millimeters, and you're actually typically going to have a gap that's about comparable, five to eight millimeters. That works well for large lesions, strokes, and big brain tumors, but for some of the tiny lesions that we're talking about that can cause intractable epilepsy, you can have a focal cortical dysplasia that's literally eight- under eight millimeters in size. And so, making sure you have that nice T1-weighted image, very thin slices with no gaps, I think is critical to make sure we don't miss these more subtle abnormalities. Dr Berkowitz: Some of the entities you describe in your paper may be subtle and more familiar to pediatric neurologists or specialized pediatric neuroradiologists. It may be more challenging for adult neurologists and adult neuradiologists to recognize, such as some of the various congenital brain malformations that you mentioned. What's your approach to looking for these? Which sequences do you focus on, which planes? How do you use the patient 's clinical history and EEG findings to guide your review of the imaging? Dr Skidmore: It's very important, and the reason we're always looking for a lesion---especially in patients that we're thinking about epilepsy surgery---is because we know if there is a lesion, it increases the likelihood that epilepsy surgery is going to be successful. The approach is basically, as I mentioned a little bit before, is take all the information you have available to you. Is the seizure semiology, is it a hyper motor semiology or hyperkinetic semiology suggestive of frontal lobe epilepsy? Or is it a classic abdominal rising aura with automatisms, whether they be manual or oral automatisms, suggesting mesial temporal lobe epilepsy? And so, take that clinical history that you have to help start to hone your eye into those individual locations. But then, once you're kind of looking in these nonlesional cases, you're also then looking at the EEG and where their temporal lobe spikes, where their frontal lobe spikes, you know, using that and pulling that information in. If they saw a neuropsychologist pulling in the information in from the neuropsychological evaluation; if they have severe reductions in verbal memory, you know, focusing on the dominant temporal lobe. So, in a right-handed individual, typically the left temporal lobe. And kind of then really spending a lot of time going slice at a time, very slowly, because in some of these vocal-cortical dysplasias it can be just the blurring of the gray-white margin. What I find easiest is to identify that gray-white margin and almost track it. Like, you use the mouse to kind of track it around and say, can I outline the exact border of the gray white margin in the frontal lobe that I'm interested in or the temporal lobe that I'm interested in, kind of looking for those subtle abnormalities. Often as neurologists, we don't have the luxury of being able to immediately reformat. As I mentioned, our T1 volume acquisition study is done in the coronal plane, but sometimes you might want it in the axial plane. And so, I might reach out to the radiologist and say, hey, can you reformat this in the axial plane because I'm interested in the frontal lobe epilepsy and it's a little bit better at looking at it in that plane? And I'll have them reformat and put it back on the pack so I can look at it in that manner. And so that's a, kind of another strategy is to take what you have, but also then go back to the radiologist and say, I need to look at it this a different way. Can you reformat it for me? Looking for that gray-white matter junction is the nice way to pick up for kind of subtle cortical dysplasias. And then when you see an abnormality, to be able to put the T1, the T2, and the flare image all up next to each other and use the technology built into most of our browsers to put on what's called the localizer mode, where I can highlight a specific spot that I'm seeing on the T1 and then very easily quickly see, what does it look like on the T2? What does it look like on the flare? To kind of quickly decide, is it a true abnormality or am I only seeing it on one slice because of an artifact on that one imaging sequence? And I think that's the biggest kind of key is to make sure, is it an artifact or is it not an artifact? That's kind of the most common thing that we, I think, get confused with.  Dr Berkowitz: So, some very helpful pearls there in terms of reviewing the imaging, being in dialogue with our neuroradiology colleagues to think about potentially reacquiring certain images on certain planes or looking at the images with our neuroradiology colleagues to let them know more about the clinical history and where we're sort of zooming in about possible abnormalities.  Dr Skidmore: I would just add in there that when looking at especially the mesial temporal structures, because of a lot of artifacts that can be present in an individual MRI machine, it's not uncommon that the mesial temporal structure will appear brighter because of an MRI magnet artifact. And so, it's a good key to look at the hippocampus compared to the insula. And so, the hippocampus and the insula should have similar signal characteristics. You're seeing the hippocampus is bright, but the insula  ipsilateral to it's normal intensity. That would suggest that that's probably a true hyperintensity on the flare-weighted image as opposed to if both are bright, unless you're suspecting a hemispheric abnormality, it's more likely to be a kind of artifact in the MRI machine. Dr Berkowitz: Okay. Those are really helpful tips, not just to analyze the hippocampus and medial temporal lobe itself---let's remember our anatomy and the circuit of Papez---and to look at associated structures for supporting evidence of a possible abnormality in the hippocampus itself. It looks like there may be something subtle. We can use some additional information from the image to try to decide if that is real or artifactual, and of course correlating with the clinical picture and EEG. I'd like to talk briefly now about some other imaging modalities that you discuss in your paper, the use of functional imaging such as PET, SPECT and fMRI. Let's talk a bit about each of these. When would you order a PET scan for a patient with epilepsy? What would you be looking for and how would you be using that to make clinical decisions?  Dr Skidmore: Yeah, so these functional imaging modalities are really utilized when we're evaluating somebody that's not responding to medications. So, they're medically intractable, and we're wondering, could they be a candidate for epilepsy surgery? And so, most of these imaging modalities are really relegated to the world of epileptologists at surgical epilepsy centers. I wanted to include them, though, in the article because I do think it's important for general neurologists to understand kind of what they are, because invariably a patient sees me and then they go back to their general neurology and be like, hey, Doctor Skidmore said I had this PET scan abnormality. What do you think? So, I think it's a good idea for general neurologists to kind of understand them. So, probably the oldest that we've utilized is the FDG PET scan, basically looking at fluorodeoxyglucose and the brain's utilization of glucose. As we all remember, again, glucose is the primary molecule for energy and ATP production in the brain. And so basically, by injecting radioactive glucose in the interictal state--- so not during a seizure but in between seizures---areas of the brain that are not taking up the radiotracer will show as being hypometabolic. So, low metabolism. And hypometabolic regions in the interictal state have been associated with onset regions for epileptic seizures. Let's say you have a patient clinical history, you think they have temporal of epilepsy, EEG suggests temporal of epilepsy, but the MRI is nonlesional, meaning there's no abnormality that anybody could appreciate even at a 3 Tesla scanner. We'll get an FDG PET scan and see, is there hypo metabolism in that temporal lobe of interest? And if there is, well, that's been shown through several published papers, that's just as valuable as having an abnormality on the MRI. And so, we often again use these PET scans, especially in nonlesional cases, to try to find that subtle cortical dysplasia. Now you have your nice epilepsy protocol MRI, it says it's nonlesional. You get your PET scan, it shows hypometabolism in a region of the frontal lobe, let's say, in a in a frontal lobe epilepsy case. And then often we go back, we kind of talked about strategy of how you find those subtle lesions. Then you go back and say, well, look, this gyrus specifically on the PET scan said it's abnormal. You end up looking for really subtle, very tiny abnormalities that, even with somebody that's skilled, often at first review gets missed. So, that's how we use the PET scan. The SPECT scan is done typically in the ictal state. So, now somebody's in an epilepsy monitoring unit often, where you're injecting radio tracer at the exact moment that somebody starts having a seizure. And we know when there's increased seizure activity, the increased seizure activity---let's say it's from my right temporal lobe---is going to increase cerebral blood flow transiently to the right temporal lobe. And then if that seizure discharge spreads from the right temporal lobe maybe to the entire right hemisphere and eventually becomes a focal to bilateral tonic chronic seizure by spreading to the other side, the entire brain is going to be hypoperfused at that point. So, if you want to, as soon as the seizure starts, inject that radio tracer to see, where is the blood flow earliest in the seizure? And then we might do an interictal SPECT when you're not having a seizure. Look at, all right, what's the normal blood flow when somebody's not seizing? What's it like when they're having a seizure? And then the area that has increased activity would- might suggest that's where the seizure started from. But we have to be very careful because again, some seizures can spread very rapidly. So, if you delay injecting an injection ten, fifteen, twenty seconds, the seizure could have already propagated to another region of the brain, giving you a false positive in another location. So, you have to be very careful about that modality. I think what's most exciting is the functional MRI because the functional MRI, for many, many centers, is replacing a very old technique called the WADA test. So, in the WADA test, typically you place a catheter angiogram into the internal carotid artery and transiently introduce a sedative medication to put, let's say, the left hemisphere to sleep because you wanted to see what functions were still active in the right hemisphere. And then the surgeon would move the catheter or the right internal carotid artery, and you inject a sedative on that side after the left hemisphere is recovered and see what the left hemisphere can do. And we used that for language dominance, we used that for memory dominance. And while most individuals did fine with angiograms, unfortunately complications do occur and there's injury to the artery, there could be strokes that can- that have happened, which can be quite devastating for the patient. And so, functional MRI is a nice, noninvasive way for us to map out language function, motor function, sensory function, visual function, and is starting to show some usefulness also for mapping out kind of memory function, dominant memory function, meaning verbal memory compared to visual memory. To be able to do those things noninvasively becomes really important because, if we're talking about epilepsy surgery, we want to make you seizure-free but neurologically intact. And so, we need to understand the relationship between where we think the seizures are coming from and where eloquent cortex is so we can properly counsel you and avoid those regions during any planned surgery. Those are the three most common functional imaging modalities that we're using now to supplement the rest of the presurgical work.  Dr Berkowitz: Very helpful. So, these are studies, PET, SPECT, and fMRI, that would really be obtained predominantly in patients in whom epilepsy surgery was being considered to have more precise lesion localization, as well as with the fMRI to get a better sense of how to provide the safest maximal resection of epileptogenic tissue while preserving functions. Dr Skidmore: That's a perfect summary.  Dr Berkowitz: Fantastic. This has been a really helpful interview with Dr Skidmore and a really fantastic article. As I said, a picture is worth a thousand words, so I definitely encourage you to read the article and look at the images of some of the conditions we've been talking about and some of these findings that can be seen on interictal PET or ictal SPECT to get a sense of the visual aspects of what we've been discussing. So again, today I've been interviewing Dr Christopher Skidmore about his article on neuroimaging and epilepsy, which appears in the most recent issue of Continuum on Epilepsy. Be sure to check out Continuum audio episodes from this and other issues. And thank you so much to our listeners for joining us today.  Dr Skidmore: Thank you for having me. Dr Monteith: This is Dr Teshamae Monteith, Associate Editor of Continuum Audio. If you've enjoyed this episode, you'll love the journal, which is full of in-depth and clinically relevant information important for neurology practitioners. Use this link in the episode notes to learn more and subscribe. AAN members, you can get CME for listening to this interview by completing the evaluation at continpub.com/audioCME. Thank you for listening to Continuum Audio.

Have you listened to the FULL EPISODE yet?"I was 28 before I learned I did not have to believe every stupid thing I thought. It's a game changer for me just to like not believe every thought, but to sort of just watch the storms that come in my head." - Dr. Daniel AmenAs a pioneering psychiatrist who introduced brain scanning into mainstream psychiatric practice, Dr. Daniel Amen faced intense criticism from his peers. Despite being called a "charlatan" and facing rejection from the established medical community, he persevered, knowing that his methods were helping countless patients. His journey from anxiety over professional criticism to finding inner peace offers valuable lessons in resilience and staying true to one's mission.Dr. Amen shares profound insights about managing negative thoughts and handling professional criticism, drawing from his experience of helping thousands of patients through the Amen Clinics. His work has now gained recognition from prestigious institutions, including the Canadian Association of Nuclear Medicine, validating his approach to brain health through SPECT imaging. His story demonstrates how scientific progress often requires challenging established paradigms, even when faced with significant opposition from those invested in maintaining the status quo.Sign up for the Greatness newsletter!

Integrative Solutions for Anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD with Advanced Brain Imaging. Tired of being told your brain just needs more sleep, less stress, or another supplement? Ever wonder if there are other solutions backed by science for Anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD? In this episode of Medical Disruptor, neuroscientist and author Dr. Kristen Willeumier reveals why traditional approaches to mental health are failing us. With a focus on integrative solutions for Anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD, she explains how advanced brain imaging is changing the way we approach mental health care. After watching her father battle Parkinson's disease, she discovered something that would change everything—your brain has its own unique blueprint, and cookie-cutter treatments simply don't work. Dr. Willeumier shares how advanced brain imaging tools like SPECT scans and neurofeedback are providing personalized care.  These revolutionary techniques allow for actual solutions that address the root cause of issues like Anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD, rather than just masking symptoms. Whether you're lying awake at night with racing thoughts, struggling with focus due to ADHD, or feeling stuck because of PTSD, this episode offers hope through alternative solutions and groundbreaking advanced brain imaging. Don't settle for band-aid fixes. Discover what other options you have that can help you take control of your Anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD. The Medical Disruptor Podcast is a show broadcasted live by Dr. Efrat Lamandre every week with the express purpose of providing free, factual, and practical functional medicine tips to help people prevent disease naturally. Through giving healthy nutrition tips, tips on intermittent fasting, managing stress through diet, and advocating self improvement for her patients, Dr. E hopes to help you take control of your health destiny and become the GameChanger in your life. Join the Waitlist for a consult today at drefratlamandre.com/waitlist Check us out on social media: drefratlamandre.com/instagram drefratlamandre.com/facebook drefratlamandre.com/tiktok Timestamps: [00:01:00] Introductions: Dr. Kristin's backstory and career shift to neuroscience research. [00:05:00] Amen Clinics: Integrating neuroimaging and supplements for mental health. [00:11:00] Nutrition Focus: The connection between diet and neuroprotection. [00:16:00] Neurofeedback Explained: Retraining the brain's networks. [00:41:00] Trauma's Impact: How trauma rewires the brain and strategies to heal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fellas are offline for the holidays this week, enjoying a restful end of the year and prepping furiously for all-new episodes in 2025. And hey BY THE WAY, UBP Episode 200 is coming up real soon! If you'd like to be a part of the celebration, we'd love to have you. Record an audio memo with a question for the guys and email it to untitledbeatlespod@gmail.com with "Episode 200" and we'll try to find a way to work it into the episode. And in the meantime, dust off those old Xmas Flexidiscs, and please enjoy this encore release of our 2021 deep dish conversation about the Beatles' Christmas Records.   ----- Originally released December 25, 2021 It's been a real gear year for the Untitled Beatles Podcast and it's all due to you! ‘Spect some of you are getting out a 50¢ piece to weigh down your rare out of print Beatles Christmas Flexi Discs. For those going without these cherished “only fans” records, T.J. and Tony will cover each holiday curiosity released from 1963-1969, with noses red from holiday cheer. In this very special holiday episode:  

In this episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, hosts Matt Sabatello and special guest co-host Michelle McKeon sit down with Dr. Napatia T. Gettings, a Double Board Certified Psychiatrist and Lyme Literate specialist, to explore the intersections of brain health, Lyme disease, and cutting-edge diagnostic tools like SPECT imaging. What You'll Learn in This Episode Dr. Gettings' Journey to Lyme Literacy Discover how Dr. Gettings transitioned from medical school to private practice and became a partner at Amen Clinics. Learn about her expertise in treating child, adolescent, and young adult brain health and the integration of multiple medical specialties in her practice. Unveiling the Power of SPECT Imaging Understand what SPECT (Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography) imaging is and how it differs from traditional CT scans. Learn why SPECT imaging is vital for identifying brain activity abnormalities, including inflammation, and its challenges in obtaining insurance coverage. Brain Inflammation and Tick-Borne Diseases Explore how SPECT scans can detect brain inflammation caused by toxins, pathogens, and autoimmune conditions. Dive into case studies, including patients misdiagnosed with psychiatric conditions later found to have infections like Babesia. Treatment Approaches for Lyme and Inflammation Discover the role of multi-disciplinary care in addressing tick-borne diseases and brain health. Learn about treatment modalities such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and nutraceuticals. The Role of Cannabis in Brain Health Get insights into the benefits and risks of CBD and THC in managing inflammation and mental health. Understand the importance of education and individualized treatment plans when considering cannabis use. Navigating Mental Health and Trust Hear Michelle McKeon's personal story about overcoming mental health challenges and finding a supportive psychiatrist. Explore the critical role of trust in the doctor-patient relationship when treating complex conditions. Misdiagnosis and the Need for Better Diagnostics Learn why inadequate medical workups often lead to psychiatric misdiagnoses. Understand the importance of accessible, accurate diagnostics in mental health care. Key Takeaways and Resources Discover the Amen Clinics' resources, including examples of SPECT scans showing differences between healthy brains and those affected by Lyme disease. Hear Dr. Gettings' call to normalize brain scans as essential diagnostic tools for neuropsychiatric symptoms. Find actionable advice on improving health literacy and accessing comprehensive care. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone navigating Lyme disease, mental health challenges, or looking to optimize brain health. Tune in to uncover the science behind SPECT imaging and its life-changing applications in psychiatric care.

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What is the connection to our brain's health and our mental health? How can taking care of our brains help us heal from grief, trauma, depression or anxiety? Dr. Daniel Amen is a world renowned psychiatrist who began to notice early in his practice that there was a disconnect in psychiatry and the lack of study being done on the brain. It was through years of scanning brains through a technology called SPECT that Dr. Amen began to recognize that what many considered mental health issues were actually brain health issues and that when you started to heal the brain, you could begin to see incredible healing with the myriad of symptoms plaguing his patients. Dr. Amen has spent his lifetime and practice teaching people the importance of brain health through his many books. He recently released Raising Mentally Strong Kids: How to Combine the Power of Neuroscience with Love and Logic to Grow Confident, Kind, Responsible, and Resilient Children and Young Adults to help parents. In this episode, Kristi and Davey sit down with Dr. Amen to discuss why brain health matters with our mental health, how to heal our brains after trauma, and how brain science can help us in parenting. If you or someone you love struggles with mental health or if you are trying to raise brain healthy kids, this conversation will teach you how to better care for the part of you that impacts your life the most.   Website: https://danielamenmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doc_amen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdanielamen Book: Raising Mentally Strong Kids: How to Combine the Power of Neuroscience with Love and Logic to Grow Confident, Kind, Responsible, and Resilient Children and Young Adults https://a.co/d/0b9usB7o You asked for it. And we answered! The Official Nothing is Wasted Sweatshirt is now available for pre-order: nothingiswasted.com/sweatshirt Need some hope right now in your valley? Or have a friend who could use some encouragement through suffering? The Pain to Purpose 42-Day Devotional is the perfect companion in your pain. Get your copy and gift one to a friend who needs it: www.nothingiswasted.com/store/pain-to-purpose-devotional Get your copy of the Nothing is Wasted Book today: nothingiswastedbook.com

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In this episode of Longevity Junky, Buck and Nikki sit down with renowned psychiatrist and brain disorder specialist, Dr. Daniel Amen, founder of Amen Clinics, to discuss groundbreaking brain imaging techniques like SPECT scans. Dr. Amen shares insights on diagnosing mental health issues through brain mapping and the role of brain health in overall longevity. […] The post Can we see mental illness on brain scans? appeared first on Wealth Formula.

happy ggb friday to our best friends:) today we have the absolute pleasure of having Dr. Daniel Gregory Amen on the podcast.  Dr. Amen is a physician, adult and child psychiatrist, and founder of Amen Clinics with 11 locations across the U.S. Amen Clinics has the world's largest database of brain scans for psychiatry totaling more than 225,000 SPECT scans on patients from 155 countries. He is the founder of BrainMD, a fast growing, science-based nutraceutical company, and Amen University, which has trained thousands of medical and mental health professionals on the methods he has developed. we have a conversation surrounding brain health, mental illness, and practical ways to improve your overall well-being. Dr. Amen is a lifelong Christian who masters the art of balancing psychology and spirituality. https://danielamenmd.com/about/ -- all of Dr. Amen's books: https://danielamenmd.com/programs-books/ we love you guys so much. Jesus loves you more. -Ang & Ari GUYS WE'RE GOING ON TOUR!!! Austin, Texas 06/27 https://tickets.austintheatre.org/11407/11408?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZ1-ez8rCVz5eqBxaJ7pSBSAsoTQ3uu37Sv4QiexX-wYV0PABy4CaWnozg_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw Houston, Texas 06/29 https://cph.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=GIRLS&linkID=houston-cph please join us. we can't wait to see you. if you'd like to support Girls Gone Bible

What role does mental strength play in your child's success? There's no doubt that kids need their parent's love and support to become happy, healthy adults. But that same love and support can have a dark side if it results in you doing too much for them. Even though it can be hard to watch your kids struggle or face consequences for their decisions, allowing them to make mistakes just might be the most important thing you can do to help them succeed. In this episode, Dr. Daniel Amen is going to talk about how to nurture mental strength in your children. Dr. Amen is a physician, child and adult psychiatrist, and founder of BrainMD and Amen Clinics, where he's completed over 200,00 SPECT brain scans from all over the world. Dr. Amen is also the New York Times bestselling author of over 30 books, including his latest, Raising Mentally Strong Kids: How to Combine the Power of Neuroscience with Love and Logic to Grow Confident, Kind, Responsible, and Resilient Children and Young Adults. Raising mentally strong kids in today's world is a challenge. Between alarming trends in mental health and the hidden dangers of our technological world, parents face an uphill battle like never before. That's why Dr. Amen is on a mission to equip you with the tools to raise resilient, competent, and thriving young minds. Listen in as Dr. Amen shares three things that will ensure you always make good parenting decisions so you can raise mentally strong children. Link to Limitless Expanded Link to Kwik Success Program Link to Kwik Programs  (Use code: PODCAST15) Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz Link to Free Speed Reading Masterclass  If you're inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I give you step-by-step guides using the accelerated learning model to help you get more done and achieve your goals.