About this episode

Dr. Daniel Amen joins David Perlmutter to discuss the shortcomings of psychiatry in diagnosing and treating mental health issues, emphasizing the importance of brain health.

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People in this episode

Host: David Perlmutter

Guest: Dr. Daniel Amen

Topics covered

• psychiatry
• brain health
• mental health
• SPECT brain scans
• depression
• COVID aftermath

Keywords

• psychiatry
• brain health
• mental health
• SPECT scans
• depression
• COVID
• SSRIs
• traumatic brain injuries

Sponsors

EVY, 3x4 Genetics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Amen Clinics

Products: Brain Defenders

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