Behind the Brain

Infant Mental Health with Ketha Mead-Pike

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 11:00:20 GMT

On this episode we dive into the subject of infant mental health. Join in and listen as we have a discussion about what exactly it is, why it matters, and how you can use what you learn in this episode to apply to your own life.

Early intervention, social and motor skills, how prioritizing infant mental health can affect adult life and more are all topics on the table.

PACES in Epilepsy with Dr. Erica Johnson

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 21:00:56 GMT

Welcome back to Behind the Brain. This week we talk with Dr. Erica Johnson about the PACES in Epilepsy program at the University of Washington. Dr. Johnson's area of research include psychosocial and neuropsychological features of chronic nervous system illness, mood and anxiety disorders and epilepsy.

Through her years of research on epilepsy and mood disorders, she, with her partner Dr. Fraser began working on PACES, an epilepsy self management program.

PACES is designed to address the needs of people who are working to manage an active seizure condition. It was developed in partnership with patients to ensure that the program is effective and supportive of learners.

The goal of PACES is to increase the medical, psychosocial, and community adjustments of adults with active seizure conditions.

Over the course of eight weekly sessions, participants develop coping and goal-setting strategies that improve overall and discrete aspects of quality of life, epilepsy self-management and efficacy, and anxiety and depression.

This program structure has been validated by randomized, controlled trials in multiple states. The program framework and eight-session curriculum, delivered via facilitated group sessions, is proven effective.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) with Dr. Antonello Bonci

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 21:28:14 GMT

On this episode we have internationally renowned neurologist Dr. Antonello Bonci. Dr.Bonci is known for his contributions to the world of neuroscience. He founded a behavioral health clinic in Miami Florida, aimed at translating scientific discoveries and medical advances into personalized mental health treatments for psychiatric conditions like anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol use and more.

Give this a listen to learn more about what TMS is and how it can be useful especially post COVID-19.

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Integrative Concussion and Performance Care with Dr. Mark Heisig

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:50:23 GMT

Our brains sometimes go unvalued. We don't necessarily notice the full impact of them until something goes wrong. Concussions are a very important aspect of brain health and need to be talked about. Today we have Dr. Mark Heisig with us to talk all about concussions and how to rehab properly.

Preview: Rest is NOT best!!