Revolutionizing Brain Health with Dr. Gordon
Episode Overview
Dr. Gordon's contributions to brain health and neuroscience. Understanding the emotional brain's rapid decision-making. The importance of comfortable discussions on mental health. Integration of genetics in mental health treatment. The role of mental health podcasting networks.
"The emotional brain picks up these non-conscious cues in a fifth of a second." - Dr. Evian Gordon
In this enlightening episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin Sunanta-Walker welcomes Dr. Evian Gordon, a pioneer in brain health and neuroscience. Dr. Gordon is the founder and chairman of Brain Resource Company and TotalBrain, and has established the largest standardized international brain database. His work is groundbreaking, with over 250 peer-reviewed scientific publications, and he is a recipient of the Royal Societies Eureka Prize for Interdisciplinary Scientific Research. During the discussion, Dr.
Gordon emphasizes the importance of understanding the emotional brain, which processes non-conscious cues and makes rapid decisions in a fifth of a second. This ability to capture insights instantly is crucial in developing effective tools for mental health treatment. By leveraging the vast brain database, researchers can better target interventions and improve outcomes for individuals.
Kristin Walker shares her vision for the podcast, highlighting the intimate, vulnerable conversations that make mental health discussions as comfortable as those about brain or heart health. Her network of podcasters on mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com offers a platform where diverse topics related to mental well-being are spoken about openly. The conversation also touches on the integration of genetics in mental health treatment, with mentions of MyGenetics, a company that empowers mental health treatment through genetic insights.
Additionally, the episode features discussions on the transformative power of music and positive messaging in mental health, as exemplified by Copenotes. Listeners are encouraged to explore the free access app at Totalbrain.com for brain assessment and training, and to support organizations that contribute to the podcast's success. This episode is a testament to the shared goal of improving mental health and making a positive impact on humanity.