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Stimulants & ADD: What You Should Do Jun 06, 2019

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People with attention deficit disorder are routinely prescribed Ritalin and stimulants to help them deal with their focus issues. But because there are 7 different types of ADD, all with their own characteristics, what can help one person can make another person suffer even more! Thankfully, in this episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana shed some light on some of the various factors involved in ADD, as well as some of the natural treatment methods that can be safely explored to find what works best for you.

Before You Try Anti-Anxiety Medication, Try This Jun 05, 2019

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9 times out of 10, a psychiatrist will prescribe anti-anxiety medications to a patient struggling with anxiety without first trying more natural methods of treatment. If you or someone you love is having anxiety issues, you should look at the least harmful options first. In this episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give their advice on the surprisingly effective treatment methods for anxiety that don't involve resorting to medication.

Skills or Pills: When Are Antidepressants Right for You? Jun 04, 2019

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For some people, antidepressants can help improve the quality of life. For others, it only makes things worse. In the second episode of the "Skills or Pills?" series, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen tackle depression. They discuss at what point antidepressants are a reasonable choice, and when other natural methods should be tried, such as exercise, nutrition, mediation, or supplements.

Pain Medication: The Pros & Cons Jun 03, 2019

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The usage of pain medication can be a helpful tool in coping with an injury or illness, but the fact is, some people really need pain meds and some really don't. Add to the equation the various side effects and potential for addiction, and this delineation becomes even more critical. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen introduce the concept of "Skills or Pills?" to illustrate when it may be necessary to use pain medication, and when you can utilize other, more natural techniques to help get you through the painful times.

How Can You Prevent Mental Issues in Your Children? May 30, 2019

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This past week of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast has explored the concept of daddy issues, with Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen describing the many ways that it can affect a child. In the final episode of the series, the Amens give you tips for preventing these issues from developing in your own children.

Daddy Issues: Can We Create False Memories of Our Parents & Childhood? May 29, 2019

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It's been said that one's perception becomes one's reality. If that's true, could it be that some of our earliest memories are in fact fabrications of our own making? In the third episode of a series based on daddy issues, this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast deals with the memories we hold on to from our pasts, and how sometimes in reality they may not be exactly what we remember them.

What Impact Can a Parent's Mental Health Have on their Child? May 28, 2019

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This week's series of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast is all about daddy issues. In this episode, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen explore the ways a father's brain health issues can affect his children. Whether a father suffers from OCD, Depression, ADD, or certain other genetic vulnerabilities, it's important to look not only at how these conditions affect the father, but also how they shape the behavior of future generations.

Daddy Issues: How Can They Affect a Child? May 27, 2019

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The relationship a child has with their father is extremely important to their early development. An abnormal or nonexistent relationship with their dad can have detrimental effects on how they end up developing relationships with others. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the family dynamics that tend to cause daddy issues.

Sleep Strategies: Which Supplements & Medications are Best for You? with Dr. Shane Creado May 23, 2019

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Although CBT for insomnia is the most effective treatment method for sleep-related issues, for some people it may not be enough. Certain supplements and medications can certainly help, but it's important to be armed with the right information. In the last episode of this series on sleep issues with Dr. Shane Creado, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen fill you in on the proper supplements and meds (and dosages!) you should be using to get those Z's.

What is the Single Most Effective (and Free!) Treatment for Insomnia? with Dr. Shane Creado May 22, 2019

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You may be surprised to learn that the gold standard for treatment of insomnia doesn't cost a thing. So what is CBT for insomnia? In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are again joined by Dr. Shane Creado for an extended look into this treatment modality, and what makes it so effective.

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