Can a Mental Health Diagnosis Be Just a Symptom of Another Bigger Issue in the Body?Can a Mental Health Diagnosis Be Just a Symptom of Another Bigger Issue in the Body?
The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast
After over 150,000 functional SPECT brain scans, Dr. Daniel Amen knows the brain. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Amen and Tana discuss one of the main lessons learned from all these scans, which is how a mental health...
12:08•27 Nov 2018
Brain Scans: Revealing Hidden Causes of Mental Health Issues
“When you look at the brain, you go: oh, these are brain health issues.”
Ever wondered if there's more to a mental health diagnosis than meets the eye? Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen dive into this intriguing topic on The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast. Drawing from over 150,000 functional SPECT brain scans, they reveal how mental health conditions might actually be symptoms of larger, underlying issues in the brain or body. This episode is a game-changer for anyone grappling with anxiety, depression, or ADHD.
It offers a fresh perspective on mental health treatment by emphasizing the importance of brain health. Dr. Amen shares the heart-wrenching story of Jason to illustrate the dire consequences of ignoring brain health in treatment plans. The discussion aims to reduce stigma, increase compliance, and fundamentally change how we approach mental health. Whether you're struggling yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights that could make all the difference.
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