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University of California, Los Angeles

Revolutionizing Mental Health: The Brain Energy Theory - Part 1

University of California, Los Angeles via YouTube

Overview

Explore a groundbreaking approach to mental health in this UCLA BrainSPORT Podcast episode featuring Dr. Chris Palmer, Harvard Medical School assistant professor and author of "Brain Energy." Delve into the Brain Energy Theory for Mental Illness, examining the current state of diagnosis and management, and discover how mitochondrial dysfunction may play a crucial role in mental disorders. Investigate the evidence supporting this new paradigm, learn about the overlap between mental illness and metabolic disorders, and understand the potential impact of SSRIs on mitochondria and suicidality. Gain insights into the relationship between neurotransmitters and mitochondria, and explore the implications of mitochondrial dysfunction in mental health.

Syllabus

 – Intro
– Mildred and Schizophrenia
– The Incurable Mental Disorders
– The Rising Prevalence of Mental Illness DSM and Diagnosis
– Primary Care Treatment of Mental Illness
– Algorithmic Medical Education
– Mental Illness vs Mental State
– The Massive Overlap Between Mental Illness and Metabolic Disorders
– Mitochondria and the Brain Energy Theory
– Mitochondria and Neurotransmitters
– SSRI’s Effect on Mitochondria and Influence on Suicidality
– Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Mental Illness

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