Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
7 Critical Reasons Not to Ignore PTSD Anxiety and Depression
7 Critical Reasons Not to Ignore PTSD Anxiety and Depression
7 Critical Reasons Not to Ignore PTSD Anxiety and Depression
Wednesday 28th December 2016
Learn why ignoring PTSD, anxiety, and depression is dangerous with Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen. Discover effective strategies for healing on The Brain Warrior's Way.
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Get the buttons here!Why Ignoring PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression is Dangerous: Insights from The Brain Warrior's Way
Growing up in a violent environment causes the same brain changes in children as soldiers in war. When you grow up troubled in a chaotic or an aggressive environment, it can actually change your brain, perhaps for the rest of your life.
Imagine growing up in a chaotic or violent environment and how it might shape your brain. This episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast with Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen dives into this unsettling reality. They discuss how children exposed to such environments experience brain changes similar to soldiers in war zones. The hosts unpack the concept of 'kindling', where prolonged trauma makes nerve cells hyperactive, leading to constant hypervigilance and overreactions to non-threatening situations. Dr.
Amen shares eye-opening insights into how emotional trauma can cause the brain to 'overfire', making everyday life feel like a battlefield. But it's not all doom and gloom. The episode highlights practical strategies for healing and prevention. From meditation and exercise to healthy eating, the Amens explore various ways to calm the emotional brain and strengthen its more thoughtful parts.
They also delve into the effectiveness of therapies like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), sharing a compelling study on police officers who successfully returned to work after undergoing this treatment. One of the key takeaways is the importance of understanding what's happening in your brain before seeking treatment. Different types of trauma require different approaches, and knowing this can make a world of difference.
The episode also emphasizes the power of sharing experiences and building support networks as vital tools in preventing PTSD. If you've ever wondered how early life chaos could affect your mental health or are looking for actionable advice on dealing with PTSD, anxiety, and depression, this episode is a must-listen. It's packed with valuable information that could help you or someone you love take the first steps toward healing.