Brain Health with Dr. Nissen

#37: ADHD: What is it? How is it diagnosed? Feb 03, 2024

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is: A neurobiological disorder that presents in childhood with the core symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulse control problems. The symptoms are present across multiple domains: social, domestic, academic, as well as cognitive and behavioral functioning. Pathogenesis: not very well understood. Deficits are in area of: - Frontal-subcortical areas dealing with executive function - May also involve working memory impairments and information processing speed deficits Neuroimaging shows structural brain abnormalities in ADHD: - smaller volumes of frontal cortex, cerebellum, and subcortical structures. - Abnormalities in the prefrontal and parietal circuits. Early studies suggest that the subcortical abnormalities noted in childhood normalize in adulthood but that cortical abnormalities may last. Studies suggest hypoactivity of dopamine and norepinephrine in the frontal-subcortical circuits contributes to presentation. Genetically, risk of ADHD in parents or siblings is increased 2-8x and twin studies show heritability of 76%. ADHD is a syndrome with two core symptom categories: hyperactivity/impulsivity and inattention.

One potential intervention for attention problems is to get rid of digital distractions. I use Zenze - a robust app-blocking app which allows you to block any apps or content you'd like according to whatever schedule you'd like. You can block social media apps during work hours or video streaming at night - whatever you need. Personally, I use it to block all social media/video/entertainment apps at nighttime to prevent bedtime binging. Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zenze-phone-time-limit/id6447419790https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.atmana.zenze&pcampaignid=web_share Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at DrNissen.com Subscribe to the podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (M.D.) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. By listening to this podcast, no doctor-patient relationship is established. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes. Check out Dr. Nissen's children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy #depression #mentalhealth #wellness #health #healthylifestyle #medicine #treatment #medical #healthcare #psychotherapy #adhd #adhdmom #executivefunction

#36: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) with Michael Perlis, PhD Oct 24, 2022

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is an evidence-based intervention for insomnia. Please enjoy this discussion with Dr. Michael Perlis.

Dr. Perlis is internationally known for his work in the area of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (BSM). He is a co-author of the first textbook in this field and he is the senior author of a published CBT-I treatment manual and a larger text summarizing all BSM treatments. The CBT-I manual (Cognitive Behavioral Treatment of Insomnia: A Session-by-Session Guide (New York: Springer/Verlag) has been translated into Spanish, Italian, Korean, and Chinese. In addition, his program offers an Advanced CBT-I Course (also taught by Drs. ‘Posner and Ellis), individual and group supervision, a BSM mini-fellowship, and (via CBT-I Educational Products) a video mock case vignette DVD. Dr. Perlis has published, as an author or co-author, more than 150 articles and chapters on sleep research-related topics and he serves on the editorial boards of Sleep, the Journal of Sleep Research, the journal of Sleep Medicine Research, the journal of Behavioral Sleep Medicine, and the Journal of Health Psychology. Dr. Perlis has also served as a member, or chair, of several committees and task forces of the Sleep Research Society and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and he was the assistant chair for the training program of the SRS for five years. Finally, Dr. Perlis was one of the five organizing and founding members of the Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (SBSM). He also served as the SBSM’s first president (2010-2011).

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience.

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#35: Sleep Better with CBT-I: The Evidence-Based Treatment for Insomnia Sep 12, 2022

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is an evidence-based approach to insomnia. Here is Doctor Nissen's description of the CBT-I methodology.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience.

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#34: Diet, Fitness, and Mental Health: metabolic psychiatry with Rodrigo Mansur, MD Aug 12, 2022

Dr. Mansur is a staff psychiatrist at the University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. Dr. Mansur completed his medical degree at the Universidade Federal de São Paulo/Escola Paulista de Medicina (UNIFESP/EPM), Brazil. He received his Psychiatry residency training and PhD at UNIFESP/EPM; and Fellowship training in Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. Dr. Mansur’s research has focused primarily on investigations of etiological processes of mood disorders, using a combination of clinical and neurobiological methods, and the development and evaluation of mechanistically novel interventions for these conditions. Current targets of interest include the role of brain insulin signaling, which his team has explored using innovative approaches, such as functional magnetic resonance imaging and modern biomarkers techniques. Dr. Mansur also leads a clinical trials unit, designing and executing studies testing the potential of anti-diabetes and weight loss agents in the treatment of depression and bipolar disorder.

Podcast Outline:

1. Dr. Mansur's background

2. What is meant by metabolic illness?

3. What is meant by inflammation?

4. Metabolic-inflammatory impacts on mental illness?

5. Practical tips moving forward (weight and hemoglobin a1c goals)?

6. How to learn more about Dr. Mansur and his work?

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience.

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This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

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#33: The Problem of Porn: Society's Hidden Addiction, How Porn Acts Like a Drug, What Helps, and Steps to Recovery Nov 01, 2021

The age of the smartphone has created an unprecedented problem for society: limitless access to pornography. For the first time, young adults are coming to age after a lifetime of exposure to pornography, resulting in porn addiction, relationship problems, erectile dysfunction, and paraphilias (abnormal sexual behaviors). In this episode, we'll explore how porn acts like drugs, can create addiction, what helps, and what steps one can take for recovery.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience.

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Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

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#32: Schizophrenia: Is it related to marijuana? What is schizophrenia? How is it treated? Aug 24, 2021

#Schizophrenia is a very misunderstood mental illness. It is not "split personality" (or dissociative identity disorder), but rather a chronic, long-standing (6+ month) pattern of delusions, hallucinations, disorganized behavior, etc. There are #genetic risks to developing the illness and #cannabis likely increases risk. According to the "Dunedin" study, Archives of General Psychiatry 2000, those who used cannabis at age 15 were 4x more likely to develop schizophrenia or schizophreniform disorder.

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#31: Ketamine - A Legal Psychedelic? Discussion with Dr. Steven Mandel and Sam Mandel Jul 29, 2021

Doctors treating depression see promise in #ketamine, a cheap drug already approved for anesthesia. Some say it is the only legal #psychedelic.

Steven L. Mandel, M.D., is an internationally recognized expert and pioneer in the use of ketamine infusion therapy to treat mental health disorders and chronic pain. Dr. Mandel has more than 40 years of experience utilizing ketamine as a board-certified anesthesiologist. He also earned his master’s degree in psychology. He is the founder and president of Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles, a leading ketamine infusion therapy clinic in Southern California: https://ketamineclinics.com/

Sam Mandel is co-founder and chief operating officer of Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles, a leading provider of ketamine infusion therapy for the treatment of mental health disorders and chronic pain conditions.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience.

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#30: Men's Mental Health with Owen Marcus from Evryman Jul 16, 2021

Owen Marcus is the cofounder of Evryman, one of the world's largest men's mental health organizations. Owen dove into men’s work in 1995 because he wanted more from life. In 2005, he wanted more from men’s work, so he began developing what became Evryman’s unique approach. Owen is an author, blogger, speaker, coach, and trainer for men’s leadership.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at DrNissen.com

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Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#29: Psychedelic Update! How MDMA-assisted therapy could treat PTSD with Rick Doblin May 29, 2021

Research into MDMA-assisted therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) shows impressive results.

See my ABC News article on the trial results here

Rick Doblin, Ph.D., is the founder and executive director of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). He received his doctorate in Public Policy from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government, where he wrote his dissertation on the regulation of the medical uses of psychedelics and marijuana and his Master's thesis on a survey of oncologists about smoked marijuana vs. the oral THC pill in nausea control for cancer patients. His undergraduate thesis at New College of Florida was a 25-year follow-up to the classic Good Friday Experiment, which evaluated the potential of psychedelic drugs to catalyze religious experiences. He also conducted a thirty-four-year follow-up study to Timothy Leary's Concord Prison Experiment. Rick studied with Dr. Stanislav Grof and was among the first to be certified as a Holotropic Breathwork practitioner. His professional goal is to help develop legal contexts for the beneficial uses of psychedelics and marijuana, primarily as prescription medicines but also for personal growth for otherwise healthy people, and eventually to become a legally licensed psychedelic therapist. He founded MAPS in 1986.

Here is my interview with Rick about MAPS' latest Phase III Clinical Trial for MDMA-assisted therapy as a treatment for PTSD. In the trial, they enrolled 90 participants and randomly assigned 46 to receive MDMA-assisted therapy, while the other 44 participants were given a placebo with identical talk therapy. This therapy went on for 18 weeks. Ultimately, 67% of those in the MDMA-assisted therapy group no longer had PTSD after three sessions, compared to 32% in the placebo with therapy group.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at DrNissen.com

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Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (M.D.) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#28: The Big 5 Personality Traits: psychology's greatest tool for understanding human personalities Apr 25, 2021

The Big 5 Personality Traits: what are they? What is personality psychology?

The big five personality traits are five essential traits that have been described in psychological research. They can be remembered with the acronym OCEAN: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.
Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#27: The Brain Health Diet (Part 2): How to Prevent Alzheimer's, Depression, & Other Brain Diseases with Nick Norwitz, PhD Apr 19, 2021

Dr. Nicholas Norwitz, PhD, is a new shining star in nutrition science. This 25-year-old Ivy League Valedictorian obtained his PhD at Oxford University in just two years and is now pursing his MD at Harvard Medical School. His research expertise is ketosis and brain aging; however, he has published scientific papers on topics ranging from neuroscience to heart disease to gastrointestinal health to genetics to bone health to diabetes.

Nick’s passion for Food as Medicine is founded in personal history. At eighteen years old, he developed severe osteoporosis, a bone disease that crippled his promising running career. Next, Nick developed ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease so severe as to cause him to lose twenty percent of his body weight in weeks and end up in the palliative care ward of a hospital with a heart rate in the twenties.

Through scientific self-study, Nick discovered his salvation in a ketogenic diet. He reversed his osteoporosis and colitis and is thriving! But Nick is grateful for his apparent misfortunes. In his words, “The most remarkable part of my story is that it’s not unique. The healthcare system isn’t built to address metabolic diseases. For that, we need metabolic medicine rooted in nutrition. My lifelong goal is to help reform the system and educate people. Plus, I’d like to think being a patient has made me a more compassionate person.”
Learn more about Nick here: https://youtu.be/y2louDfTFt0

Check out Nick's Cookbook here: https://newmediketo.com
Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#26: The Brain Health Diet (Part 1): How to Prevent Alzheimer's, Depression, & Other Brain Diseases with Nick Norwitz, PhD Apr 12, 2021

Dr. Nicholas Norwitz, PhD, is a new shining star in nutrition science. This 25-year-old Ivy League Valedictorian obtained his PhD at Oxford University in just two years and is now pursing his MD at Harvard Medical School. His research expertise is ketosis and brain aging; however, he has published scientific papers on topics ranging from neuroscience to heart disease to gastrointestinal health to genetics to bone health to diabetes.

Nick’s passion for Food as Medicine is founded in personal history. At eighteen years old, he developed severe osteoporosis, a bone disease that crippled his promising running career. Next, Nick developed ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease so severe as to cause him to lose twenty percent of his body weight in weeks and end up in the palliative care ward of a hospital with a heart rate in the twenties.

Through scientific self-study, Nick discovered his salvation in a ketogenic diet. He reversed his osteoporosis and colitis and is thriving! But Nick is grateful for his apparent misfortunes. In his words, “The most remarkable part of my story is that it’s not unique. The healthcare system isn’t built to address metabolic diseases. For that, we need metabolic medicine rooted in nutrition. My lifelong goal is to help reform the system and educate people. Plus, I’d like to think being a patient has made me a more compassionate person.”
Learn more about Nick here: https://youtu.be/y2louDfTFt0

Check out Nick's Cookbook here: https://newmediketo.com
Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Subscribe to the podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-with-dr-nissen/id1510757864

Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#25: Saunas, Weight Loss, and Sleep to Reverse Depression? Neuroinflammation and Psychiatric Disease with Dr. Chuck Raison, MD Feb 24, 2021

Chuck Raison, MD, is the Mary Sue and Mike Shannon Distinguished Chair for Healthy Minds, Children & Families and Professor, Human Development and Family Studies, in the School of Human Ecology, and Professor, Department of Psychiatry, School of #Medicine and Public #Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Dr. Raison also serves as Director of Clinical and Translational #Research for Usona Institute and as Director of Research on #Spiritual #Health for Emory #Healthcare in Atlanta, GA.

Web of Science named him one of the world’s most influential #researchers, with nearly 11,000 citations in the decade preceding 2019 and 137 publications. Dr. Raison is internationally recognized for his studies examining #novel mechanisms involved in the development and treatment of major #depression and other #stress-related #emotional and physical conditions, as well as for his work examining the physical and #behavioral effects of #compassion training.

Find out more about Dr. Raison at https://spiritualhealth.emory.edu/about-us/bios/raison-charles.html

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#24: Crash Course in Empathy: Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Grow Your Emotional Intelligence with Mike Christensen Feb 15, 2021

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (#CBT) is a powerful treatment for #depression and #anxiety. Whether we struggle with mental illness or are trying to support our loved ones, being skilled in #empathy can be a powerful tool for #emotionalintelligence/#EQ.

Mike is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors and holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree. He is a Certified Level 5 Master TEAM CBT Therapist and Trainer and is the Director of Feeling Good Institute Canada. His diverse background in business, community organizations, and family support roles has given Mike a wide array of experience in leadership, administration, parenting training, and team building. Mike works closely with CBT pioneer Dr. David Burns in delivering workshops in Canada and provides advanced level online training with the Feeling Good Institute for therapists around the world. Mike specializes in treating depression and anxiety, with experience and training in addictions, PTSD, and relationship challenges.

"Mike Christensen, one of the rising stars in TEAM-CBT. Mike is a terrific teacher and therapist, and a very compassionate individual! Highly recommended!” David D. Burns, MD, Author of “Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy”.

Learn more at http://www.feelinggoodinstitute.com/

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/drnissen

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Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#23: How the Brain Works: Neurotransmitters (GABA, Glutamate, Acetylcholine, and Serotonin) Jan 20, 2021

In this series on "How the Brain Works", we're unpacking the neurotransmitters. The media often throws around terms like "the happiness chemical" or "the memory chemical", and it's important to be informed about what #neurotransmitters really are and what you can do to make sure your #brain is working at its optimal capacity. Listen to this episode to learn more about #GABA, #glutamate, #acetylcholine, and #serotonin.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#22: Better Sleep: common causes of insomnia, sleep hygiene, and feeling well-rested. Dec 21, 2020

How common are sleep problems? What should we do if we can't sleep well? What are common causes and the evidence-based approaches for better sleep? Dr. Nissen reviews the research and answers some of the most common questions.

Paper referenced:

Cénat, Jude Mary, et al. "Prevalence of Symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, and Psychological Distress among Populations Affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis." Psychiatry research (2020): 113599.

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#21: What, really is caffeine? How does it work? Is coffee bad for you? What effect does it have on the body? Dec 12, 2020

What is caffeine, its pharmacology, risks, effects? What is caused by caffeine intoxication and withdrawal? Here's a mini-episode so you can be an informed consumer of the world's most heavily used psychoactive drug.
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#20: Psychedelic Medicine? Psilocybin, LSD, and the serotonin 5HT2A/1A receptor system for treatment of mental illness Nov 22, 2020

What are #psychedelics and can they help with #mental illness? What could #LSD and #psilocybin (magic mushrooms) do to help with #depression?

Katrin Preller received her M.Sc. (Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology) from University of Konstanz, Germany. She joined the University of Zurich where she investigated the neurobiological long-term effects of cocaine, MDMA, and heroin use. After completing her PhD, she investigated the effects of psychedelics on self-perception and social cognition. She worked at the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging, UCL, London, and Yale University, New Haven. Subsequently, she was appointed as Junior Group Leader at the University of Zurich, and holds a position as Visiting Assistant Professor at Yale University. Follow her on Twitter @KatrinPreller!

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#19: Hack Your Brain: quantitative EEG, neurofeedback, meditation, & nutrition with Andrew Hill, PhD Nov 05, 2020

Andrew Hill, PhD is one of the top peak performance coaches in the country. He holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience from UCLA’s Department of Psychology and continues to do research on attention and cognition. Research methodology includes EEG, QEEG, and ERP. He has been practicing neurofeedback since 2003.

In addition to founding Peak Brain Institute, Dr. Hill is the host of the Head First Podcast with Dr. Hill and lectures at UCLA, teaching courses in psychology, neuroscience, and gerontology.

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#18: Can We Stop Alzheimer's? New evidence about APOE4 genetics, BDNF, Omega-3 fatty acids and preventing dementia Oct 24, 2020

Today we discuss the different types of major risk factors for developing Alzheimer's disease, the different kinds of dementia, the role of insulin and diabetes, inflammation, and toxins in worsening Alzheimer's, and new evidence about possible preventative approaches.

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#17: This Is Your Brain On Food: The Connection Between Diet & Mental Health with Harvard's Nutritional Psychiatry Expert, Dr. Uma Naidoo, MD Sep 14, 2020

Michelin-starred chef David Bouley described Dr. Uma Naidoo as the world’s first “triple threat” in the food as medicine space. She is a Harvard trained psychiatrist, professional chef, and Nutrition Specialist. Her niche work is in nutritional psychiatry and she is regarded both nationally and internationally as a medical pioneer in this more newly recognized field. In her role as a Clinical Scientist, Dr. Naidoo founded and directs the first hospital-based clinical service in Nutritional Psychiatry in the US. She is the Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital and Director of Nutritional Psychiatry at the Massachusetts General Hospital Academy while serving on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Naidoo is the author of the recently released book, This is Your Brain on Food. In her book, she shows cutting-edge science explaining the ways in which food contributes to our mental health and how a sound diet can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues.

Get Dr. Naidoo's book, This Is Your Brain on Food here: https://book.umanaidoomd.com/

Follow Dr. Naidoo on social media:

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/DrUmaNaidoo/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/drumanaidoo/

Twitter:
https://twitter.com/drumanaidoo

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/umanaidoomd/

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#16: The Silent Pandemic: porn addiction, human trafficking, & how Covenant Eyes can bring healing and hope Aug 23, 2020

Welcome, Brain Health Community!

Today, we’re talking about a pandemic. This pandemic is causing huge amounts of suffering around the world, ravishing the developing brains of children around the world, and leaving countless people injured for their entire lives. No, this is not COVID-19. This is pornography addiction.

I’m thrilled to be here with Mr. Ronald DeHaas - one of the most powerful leaders in the fight against pornography addiction in the world. Ronald J. DeHaas founded Covenant Eyes, Inc. in 2000, and remains as President and CEO of that company. He also is director of a retreat and counseling center for clergy and missionaries, Nehemiah Ministries. In addition, he also is Chairman of the Board of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation in Washington D.C., the leading advocate fighting pornography and sexual exploitation of all forms. Mr. DeHaas received a B.S. and M.S. from The Ohio State University (’70 and ’73) and is a Ph.D. Candidate from the University of Michigan. In 1992, Mr. DeHaas lost his family, a wife and two children aged 4 and 7, in a car accident. Since this life-changing event, Mr. DeHaas has devoted his efforts to impacting culture. Nehemiah Ministries provides rest and counseling for those in the ministry, a much-needed service. In 2000, he realized the dangers of pornography on the Internet and was dissatisfied with the serious problems of just filtering Internet use, so in March of that year invented Internet accountability and founded Covenant Eyes. Currently, Covenant Eyes provides screen accountability for 300,000 users in 150 countries around the world.

Find out more at https://www.covenanteyes.com/

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#15: Nicotine Addiction: Tobacco, E-Cigs, Vaping, and How To Quit Smoking Aug 17, 2020

I was asked by a patient: "Should I use e-cigs to stop smoking?" It's not a simple question. Here's my answer that explores the benefits and risks of e-cigs/vaping, the risk of EVALI, lung disease, and nicotine addiction (especially in youth) and special considerations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Enjoy!

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#14: Is your brain on fire? Diet and neuroinflammation with Paul Saladino, MD Aug 07, 2020

In this show you’ll learn about:

How what we eat affects how much inflammation we have in our body
How diseases like depression and Alzheimer’s are related to inflammation

Hello Brain Health Community!

Today, I’m thrilled to be speaking with Dr. Paul Saladino, MD. Dr. Saladino is well known for his work with the carnivore diet. He is the host of the popular Fundamental Health podcast and the author of the bestselling book, The Carnivore Code. Dr. Saladino is board certified as a Physician Nutrition Specialist and in psychiatry and completed residency at the University of Washington. Today, I have to opportunity to speak with Dr. Saladino about the relationship between diet and mental illness as well as the release of the second edition of his popular book, The Carnivore Code!

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#13: Emotional Intelligence for Kids: a conversation about Emily Empathy on the NewMomBoss Podcast Jul 27, 2020

Get the book here! https://bit.ly/emilyempathy
This episode of @newmomboss is all about empathy. We discuss his definition of empathy, the importance it has in the stability of our kids, the effects it has on mental health, and some practical ways to practice this within our homes. Kallista Andersen is the founder of New Mom Boss. She helps moms-to-be get prepared for their baby, during pregnancy and beyond. She coaches and educates women on how to get ready for new motherhood, guiding them on what to do next and when to do it, as well as preparing them for their new self and relationships. She is a mom of three, a registered nurse, and a certified lactation counselor, and she has combined her experience and professional background to support new moms.
Kallista is launching New Mom Prep School in September 2020. It is a 5-week online course, along with group coaching, that guides women in preparing themselves, their home, and career for the new mom life. If you’d like more information on that, you can visit her website, http://www.newmomboss.com.
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Replay: Mental Health and Crime with Dr. Nathaniel Morris, MD Jul 09, 2020

This is a discussion with Dr. Nathaniel Morris about how mental health interfaces with the legal and criminal justice system. Mental illness is closely related to the criminal justice system, and while discussed socially and in the media, the intricacies of the legal system itself are difficult to understand. This episode will bring clarity to these issues. Dr. Nathaniel Morris is a fourth-year resident physician in psychiatry and chief resident for Stanford inpatient psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Before his residency training, he graduated from Cornell University and Harvard Medical School. He has written about mental health care, medical education, and health policy for academic journals and popular press.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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#12: Upgrade your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life with Jim Kwik, author of Limitless Jun 22, 2020

Do you want to learn how to read faster, remember more, and become limitless? Well then, this episode is for you.

In our shows, we discuss how to improve mental health, sharpen cognition, and reach optimal performance. When it comes to sharpening cognition and reaching optimal performance, elevating our learning skills is how we can become limitless.

Today, I am absolutely thrilled to be here with Jim Kwik (yes, that is his real name), who is a widely recognized world expert in memory, speed-reading, brain performance, and accelerated learning. He is the founder of Kwik Learning and is a brain coach to his students as well as serving as an advisor to many of the world’s leading CEOs and celebrities.

Kwik’s learning techniques, entertaining presentations, and impressive memory demonstrations have led him to be a highly sought after by clients such as Google, Virgin, Nike, Zappos, SpaceX, NYU, Harvard, GE, Fox Studios, CalTech, and others. You may have seen him on Forbes, HuffPost, CNBC, or via his popular videos on the internet with over 100 million views and his famous “Kwik Brain” Podcast. Today, Jim discusses his new book, Limitless: Upgrade your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life. Get a copy at www.LimitlessBook.com

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#11: Depression genetics, the role of our gut microbiome, and depression prognosis (does depression have a cure?) Jun 15, 2020

Is depression genetic, hereditary, are there depression genes, or a depression gene test? Is there a depression microbiome, dysbiosis, bacteria, or infections that lead to depression? Is depression curable, does it have a cure? How do you heal from depression when you've tried everything and relapse?

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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#10: Heat for depression? Can saunas, light therapy, and mindfulness meditation help treat depression? Jun 08, 2020

What is the role of saunas, infrared saunas, and other hyperthermia treatments in depression? What is the role of light therapy, lamps, blue light exposure, and circadian rhythms for seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and depression? What is the role of mindfulness meditation, guided meditations, meditation apps like Headspace, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for depression?

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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#9: Anxious kids? Listen to this. Professor Eli Lebowitz on SPACE, a new parent-based treatment for childhood and adolescent anxiety. Jun 01, 2020

As a listener interested in brain health, you may be thinking about the developing brains of your kids, grandkids, or other young loved ones. It can be difficult when kids we love have excessive anxiety about greeting people, being away from Mom, or even going to school. What can we do about this? Is there anything that can help? Today’s show will answer these questions.

So, stay tuned because, in this episode, you’ll learn about a new way to approach anxiety in children known as supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions (SPACE).

Professor Lebowitz studies and treats childhood and adolescent anxiety and is Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center. His research focuses on the development, neurobiology, and treatment of anxiety and related disorders, with special emphasis on cross-generational and familial influences in these disorders. Dr. Lebowitz is the lead investigator on multiple funded research projects, and is the author of numerous research papers and of books and chapters on childhood and adolescent anxiety. He is also the father of three great boys.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#8: Sleep, Learning, The Glymphatic System, Amyloid-Beta Plaques, and Cognitive Enhancement May 25, 2020

Why is sleep important? What is the role of poor sleep quality, sleep deprivation, and sleep apnea on our ability to learn new languages, content, and complex ideas? What is the difference between REM and non-REM sleep? What is occurring with beta-amyloid plaques in Alzheimer's dementia and what role does the glymphatic system play in dementia prevention?

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#7: Antidepressants, exercise, gut dysbiosis, probiotics and nutrition for depression May 18, 2020

What are antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like fluoxetine, sertraline, citalopram, and escitalopram? Do antidepressants work, and how do they work? What is the role of exercise, walking, biking, hiking, weight lifting for depression? What is the role of the microbiome, probiotics, and bacteria in depression? Is there a depression diet, nutrition, or supplements for depression?

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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#6: Mind control using light? New technologies in the field of Optogenetics and future clinical implications for the treatment of brain disorders May 11, 2020

Dr. Lief Fenno, MD, PhD received his Bachelor's degree in neurobiology from Harvard, where he worked at the intersection of human embryonic stem cells and Parkinson's disease. Afterward, he continued this endeavor at the Harvard Stem Cell Institute in Boston before joining the Stanford Neuroscience program as an MD/PhD student. He's currently working with the effort to engineer opsin function and delivery and investigating social behavior in the Deisseroth Lab at Stanford. He is a fourth-year psychiatry resident in the Research Track at Stanford.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#5: Is chronic pain in the brain? What is chronic pain, what is its relationship with anxiety and the HPA axis? What roles do therapy and meditation have in the treatment of chronic pain? May 04, 2020

In this episode, you’ll learn about the relationship between the brain and the body in the creation of chronic pain, the impact of anxiety, anger, and frustration on pain, and some surprising evidence-based approaches to chronic pain.

Dr. David Hanscom is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the surgical correction of complex spine problems in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. He has expertise in adult and pediatric spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis. A significant part of his practice was devoted to performing surgery on patients who had undergone multiple prior spine surgeries. He quit his surgical practice in 2019 to bring the known solutions for chronic pain into public awareness. You can find Dr. Hanscom's work at backincontrol.com

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Subscribe to the podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-with-dr-nissen/id1510757864

Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#4: What is depression? Who is at risk for depression? What is the role of hormones, circadian rhythms, trauma, and the HPA axis? Apr 27, 2020

Is there any role of hormones in depression, hormone imbalance, postpartum depression, premenstrual dysphoric disorder? Is depression more common in women, girls, teens? What is the role of sleep, circadian rhythms, insomnia, and melatonin? What is the relationship between trauma, cortisol (stress hormone), the HPA axis, and trauma informed care with depression?

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/drnissen

Subscribe to the podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-with-dr-nissen/id1510757864

Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#3: Diet for Brain Health: Professor Mary Flynn, PhD on Stroke and Dementia Prevention with the Mediterranean Diet, Extra Virgin Olive Oil Apr 18, 2020

Mary M. Flynn, PhD, RD, LDN is an Associate Professor of Medicine (Clinical) at Brown University and teaches courses in nutrition at Brown, and lectures on nutrition in the Alpert Medical School. She has been a research dietitian at The Miriam Hospital (Providence, RI) since 1984. Her main research interest is how food can be used as medicine and her main food of interest is extra virgin olive oil, which she has been researching since 1998. In 2013, she founded The Olive Oil Health Initiative of The Miriam Hospital at Brown University that has a mission of educating the public and medical community on the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil. In 1999, she developed a plant-based, olive oil diet that she has tested for weight loss and improvement in clinical biomarkers for chronic disease in women diagnosed with invasive breast cancer; in men with prostate cancer; and to decrease food insecurity in low-income groups. She worked with McAuley House, Providence, RI to develop the Healing Foods program, which has a goal of combating type 2 diabetes mellitus, obesity and heart disease that disproportionately impacts those living in poverty. You can find more resources on Mary's website: MedFoodDiet.com

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

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Subscribe to the podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-with-dr-nissen/id1510757864

Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#2: Mental Health and Crime with Dr. Nathaniel Morris, MD Apr 18, 2020

This is a discussion with Dr. Nathaniel Morris about how mental health interfaces with the legal and criminal justice system. Mental illness is closely related to the criminal justice system, and while discussed socially and in the media, the intricacies of the legal system itself are difficult to understand. This episode will bring clarity to these issues. Dr. Nathaniel Morris is a fourth-year resident physician in psychiatry and chief resident for Stanford inpatient psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Before his residency training, he graduated from Cornell University and Harvard Medical School. He has written about mental health care, medical education, and health policy for academic journals and popular press.

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, #neuroscience, psychiatry, and #nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as #optogenetics, #Alzheimer’s disease, #neuromodulation, #depression, the Mediterranean #Diet, and #psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/drnissen

Subscribe to the podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-with-dr-nissen/id1510757864

Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

#1: Mental Health During COVID-19 on the "COVID-19: Commonsense Conversations on the Coronavirus Pandemic" Podcast with Dr. O'Connell and Dr. Nissen Apr 18, 2020

In this episode, Dr. Ted O’Connell and Dr. Nick Nissen discuss the mental health concerns that have been arising in the wake of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Some of the topics covered include: ● An overview of some prominent mental health concerns during this pandemic ● A description of the neurological mechanism behind our increased anxiety during a pandemic ● How to approach concerns of anxiety and depression ● A tutorial of cognitive behavioral therapy and cognitive distortion exercises for decreasing anxiety ● A behavioral activation approach for preventing and managing depression while in quarantine Dr. Nick Nissen is an author and speaker who is passionate about addiction medicine and medical education. He is the Co-Founder of the medical education company, InsideTheBoards, and is a Level 1 team-CBT therapist. He is active on Instagram (@dr.nissen) and Youtube (Dr. Nissen).The cognitive behavioral therapy work of Dr. David Burns was mentioned during this episode. You can find out more about his books, podcast, and other materials at http://www.feelinggood.com. Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University’s medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Follow Ted on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Submit Your Questions for the Podcast Send an email to info@arslonga.media or check out covidpodcast.com What Can You Do? You can help spread commonsense about COVID-19 by supporting this podcast. Hit subscribe, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends especially on social media. We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Producers: Madison Linden and Christopher Breitigan. Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

Brain Health with Dr. Nissen brings you advancements in medicine, neuroscience, psychiatry, and nutrition to help you live a better life. Dr. Nissen’s expert interviews reveal new, evidence-based approaches to enhancing mental health, sharpening cognition, and optimizing performance. With topics such as optogenetics, Alzheimer’s disease, neuromodulation, depression, the Mediterranean Diet, and psychedelics, this show is sure to expose listeners to new topics on the frontiers of medicine and neuroscience. Join our community at http://drnissen.com

Subscribe to the podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-with-dr-nissen/id1510757864

Dr. Nissen is a medical doctor (MD) and TEAM-CBT Therapist. This show is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not substitute personalized medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before attempting any medical or major diet and lifestyle changes.

Check out Dr. Nissen's new children's book on empathy and emotional intelligence, Emily Empathy! http://bit.ly/emilyempathy

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