Music, the universal language of mood, emotion and desire, connects with us through a wide variety of neural systems. Researchers have discovered evidence that music stimulates specific regions of the brain responsible for memory, language and motor control. They have located specific areas of mental activity linked to the emotional responses elicited by music. Now … Continue reading Music Shown to Facilitate the Development of Neurons in the Brain
9 Incredible Health Benefits of Folate
Source: 9 Incredible Health Benefits of Folate by Dr. Edward Group Folate, or vitamin B9, is one of many essential vitamins. You may also be familiar with folic acid as a form of folate; folic acid is the synthetic version used for food fortification and supplements. Folate is important because it plays a role in DNA synthesis … Continue reading 9 Incredible Health Benefits of Folate
What is Andropause? AKA The Male Menopause
Source: What is Andropause? AKA The Male Menopause by Dr. Edward Group The phenomenon of the biological clock isn’t exclusive to women, it seems men also are prone to age-related changes in hormone levels, sexual function, physical features, and quality of life. These changes, dubbed "andropause" (and sometimes "male menopause") are due to a progressive decrease … Continue reading What is Andropause? AKA The Male Menopause
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: Powerful integrative treatment for depression
With a ray of hope for those who await psychiatry's acceptance of integrative and holistic treatments, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has arrived. This MRI-strength magnetic stimulation is being used by more enlightened psychiatrists across the country to treat difficult cases of depression. I interview Philip Botkiss, MD about his experience using TMS on this week's episode of Mental … Continue reading Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: Powerful integrative treatment for depression
Prenatal exposure to SSRI antidepressants changes brain wiring, causes anxiety and depression in adults
The dangers of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) like Prozac and Lexapro are once again highlighted in a new study, which found that the use of these brain-altering drugs during pregnancy can have lasting and sometimes permanent effects on offspring, with mothers basically passing the drugs on to their unborn children. Researchers from the University … Continue reading Prenatal exposure to SSRI antidepressants changes brain wiring, causes anxiety and depression in adults
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 