Curated content Archives - MindHealth360 https://mh360.codepilot.com/category/curated-content/ Your free guide to head-to-toe mental health. Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:27:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 Technology in a global pandemic – the good, the bad and the ugly https://mh360.codepilot.com/technology-in-a-global-pandemic-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/technology-in-a-global-pandemic-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/#respond Sun, 27 Sep 2020 13:43:56 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=20638 During the Covid-19 pandemic, we became dependent on technology like never before. Many of us were glued to our phones and computers for entertainment, news, work, connection with others, schooling, etc. The following two articles explore the hypothesis that lockdown has increased social media and gaming addiction across the globe, both in young people and Read More

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]]> During the Covid-19 pandemic, we became dependent on technology like never before. Many of us were glued to our phones and computers for entertainment, news, work, connection with others, schooling, etc.

The following two articles explore the hypothesis that lockdown has increased social media and gaming addiction across the globe, both in young people and adults, and raises the issue of where to draw the line between necessary and healthy tech use, using it as a coping mechanism, or when it tips into addiction.

The first piece, a recent Pubmed article, addresses the paradox of our need for, and danger of social media during these socially distanced times, and raises the issue of where to draw the line between a coping mechanism and addictive behaviour; the second, Sadie Hollins’ article for TES, warns of the increasing risk of gaming addiction in children who have been forced online in increasing numbers  during lockdown.

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/technology-in-a-global-pandemic-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/feed/ 0 Brain on fire: the role of inflammatory mould, infections, and other neurotoxins in treatment resistant depression, anxiety and other mental health issues https://mh360.codepilot.com/brain-on-fire-the-role-of-toxic-mold-in-triggering-psychiatric-symptoms/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/brain-on-fire-the-role-of-toxic-mold-in-triggering-psychiatric-symptoms/#respond Tue, 25 Aug 2020 10:46:45 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=20534 In this article by Dr. Mary Ackerley, she shares the various causes of psychiatric illness that she sees in her practice, from mould, infections, allergens and psychological factors causing inflammation and neuro-inflammation, and healing supplements and therapies. The piece is a few years old, but ahead of its time, and still very relevant to the Read More

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]]> In this article by Dr. Mary Ackerley, she shares the various causes of psychiatric illness that she sees in her practice, from mould, infections, allergens and psychological factors causing inflammation and neuro-inflammation, and healing supplements and therapies. The piece is a few years old, but ahead of its time, and still very relevant to the debate on the causes of psychiatric illness.

Read her full article here: Brain on Fire: The Role of Toxic Mold in Triggering Psychiatric Symptoms.

A complementary and more recent piece can be found here: Brains on Fire, Swollen Brains, Toxins and Neuroinflammation — by Dr. Mary Ackerley.

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/brain-on-fire-the-role-of-toxic-mold-in-triggering-psychiatric-symptoms/feed/ 0 The Tomato Effect https://mh360.codepilot.com/the-tomato-effect/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/the-tomato-effect/#respond Tue, 21 Jul 2020 14:35:07 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=20340 Dr. James Greenblatt, integrative psychiatrist, tells us about the benefits of nutritional approaches to mental health, and examines the fact that despite good evidence, nutritional psychiatry is still not taken as seriously as it should be. He likens to the 17th century “tomato effect”, when tomatoes were considered poisonous, and yet now are ubiquitous and Read More

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]]> Dr. James Greenblatt, integrative psychiatrist, tells us about the benefits of nutritional approaches to mental health, and examines the fact that despite good evidence, nutritional psychiatry is still not taken as seriously as it should be. He likens to the 17th century “tomato effect”, when tomatoes were considered poisonous, and yet now are ubiquitous and appreciated for their many health benefits.

Read his article here: The Tomato Effect.

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/the-tomato-effect/feed/ 0 After Alzheimer’s Diagnosis, Man Regains His Memory – and His Driver’s License https://mh360.codepilot.com/alzheimers-diagnosis/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/alzheimers-diagnosis/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2020 17:23:10 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=19822 This article by Casey Hibbard shares the story of a man was able to reverse his Alzheimer’s disease by working with functional medicine psychiatrist Dr. Kat Toups, and addressing the root causes of his dementia. At 73 years-old, Ron took steps to adapt his diet, detox from toxins, supplement with appropriate vitamins and hormones, support Read More

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]]> This article by Casey Hibbard shares the story of a man was able to reverse his Alzheimer’s disease by working with functional medicine psychiatrist Dr. Kat Toups, and addressing the root causes of his dementia.

At 73 years-old, Ron took steps to adapt his diet, detox from toxins, supplement with appropriate vitamins and hormones, support his adrenals, and commit to both physical and mental exercises to improve his condition. Through these measures, he was able to regain both his memory and his driver’s license!

Read more about his inspiring story here: After Alzheimer’s Diagnosis, Man Regains His Memory – and His Driver’s License.

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/alzheimers-diagnosis/feed/ 0 Loss, fear and the nervous system: Cressida Bonas in conversation with Benjamin Fry https://mh360.codepilot.com/loss-fear-and-the-nervous-system/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/loss-fear-and-the-nervous-system/#respond Fri, 22 May 2020 23:31:18 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=19578 In this episode of Cressida Bonas’s podcast “Fear Itself”, psychotherapist, author, and founder of Khiron Clinics, Benjamin Fry opens up about his fear of loss, anxiety, and mental health issues. He shares how losing his mother when he was just a baby gave him undiagnosed PTSD, and how losing his money and marriage in his Read More

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]]> In this episode of Cressida Bonas’s podcast “Fear Itself”, psychotherapist, author, and founder of Khiron Clinics, Benjamin Fry opens up about his fear of loss, anxiety, and mental health issues.

He shares how losing his mother when he was just a baby gave him undiagnosed PTSD, and how losing his money and marriage in his late 30s culminated in a mental health breakdown.

The two also discuss the nervous system- what it means for our mental health, and how understanding and treating it is key to healing.

Listen to the podcast here.

 

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/loss-fear-and-the-nervous-system/feed/ 0 Different types of meditation change different areas of the brain https://mh360.codepilot.com/different-types-of-meditation-change-different-areas-of-the-brain/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/different-types-of-meditation-change-different-areas-of-the-brain/#respond Mon, 27 Apr 2020 17:27:29 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=18983 This article Different Types of Meditation Change Different Areas of the Brain shows how research into three different types of meditation changed corresponding structures in the brain in just three months. These findings are exciting as they imply that we can have a very tangible impact on our brains’ physiology depending on how we use Read More

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]]> This article Different Types of Meditation Change Different Areas of the Brain shows how research into three different types of meditation changed corresponding structures in the brain in just three months.

These findings are exciting as they imply that we can have a very tangible impact on our brains’ physiology depending on how we use our brains, and what sort of meditations we do — focussed awareness, loving kindness, and mindfulness in this case.

This could have important implications for treatment of mental health issues through specific meditations — eg: poor attention, poor memory, irritability, etc… could all be improved through specific types of meditation which impact corresponding areas of the brain.

 

 

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/different-types-of-meditation-change-different-areas-of-the-brain/feed/ 0 Professor Robert Lustig: The pursuit of pleasure at the expense of happiness https://mh360.codepilot.com/the-pursuit-of-pleasure-at-the-expense-of-happiness/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/the-pursuit-of-pleasure-at-the-expense-of-happiness/#respond Fri, 03 May 2019 09:39:04 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=17149 Dr. Robert Lustig talks about his theory that one of the causes of our mental health epidemic is that we confuse pleasure with happiness.

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/the-pursuit-of-pleasure-at-the-expense-of-happiness/feed/ 0 Dr. Peter Levine: Somatic experiencing for trauma https://mh360.codepilot.com/dr-peter-levine-somatic-experiencing/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/dr-peter-levine-somatic-experiencing/#respond Mon, 07 Jan 2019 11:55:21 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=15870 Dr. Peter Levine explains his approach to trauma and PTSD and how somatic experiencing works to heal them.

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]]> Dr. Peter Levine explains his approach to trauma and PTSD and how somatic experiencing works to heal them.

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/dr-peter-levine-somatic-experiencing/feed/ 0 Overcoming addiction and finding your purpose https://mh360.codepilot.com/overcoming-addiction-and-finding-your-purpose/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/overcoming-addiction-and-finding-your-purpose/#respond Mon, 03 Dec 2018 12:24:51 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=15425 In this episode of Dr Rangan Chatterjee’s podcast, wellness advocate Rich Roll discusses how he found meaning and purpose in his life. Opening up about how his addiction to alcohol and to unhealthy food choices impacted his mental health and wellbeing. The two also discuss the role of mobile phones and social media in modern Read More

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]]> In this episode of Dr Rangan Chatterjee’s podcast, wellness advocate Rich Roll discusses how he found meaning and purpose in his life. Opening up about how his addiction to alcohol and to unhealthy food choices impacted his mental health and wellbeing. The two also discuss the role of mobile phones and social media in modern society.

Listen to the podcast here.

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]]> https://mh360.codepilot.com/overcoming-addiction-and-finding-your-purpose/feed/ 0 What is methylation and why should you care about it? https://mh360.codepilot.com/what-is-methylation-and-why-should-you-care-about-it/ https://mh360.codepilot.com/what-is-methylation-and-why-should-you-care-about-it/#respond Mon, 03 Dec 2018 09:59:03 +0000 https://www.mindhealth360.com/?p=15411 An easy-to-read article about what methylation is and how it can impact our physical and mental health. Please note: this article has been published by a company selling a product. We are not affiliated with this company in any way, and are directing you to the article alone because it is informative. Read the article Read More

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]]> An easy-to-read article about what methylation is and how it can impact our physical and mental health.

Please note: this article has been published by a company selling a product. We are not affiliated with this company in any way, and are directing you to the article alone because it is informative.

Read the article here.

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