Change Your Brain Every Day

Self Image: How to Change Your Thinking to Love Your Body Every Day

07 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When social media apps like Instagram present a perfectly edited snapshot of life, it's hard not to compare ourselves and our bodies to an over-ideali...

The Science Behind Why We Dream - Pt. 3 with Dr. Shane Creado

01 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Most of us believe that our dreams are a collection of metaphors existing in our subconscious minds. So how are these thoughts and experiences created...

Are Sleep Disorders Associated with Mental Disorders? Pt. 2 with Dr. Shane Creado

31 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Science has told us that sleep related disorders such as sleep apnea are associated with depression, ADHD, PTSD, obesity, and other conditions. But wh...

Is Lack of Sleep to Blame for Most of Your Problems? Pt. 1 with Dr. Shane Creado

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some of the biggest disasters of our time, such as the Exxon-Valdez spill, the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, and the 3-Mile Island and Chernobyl ...

How to Stop Enabling Your Child's Bad Behavior Pt. 3 with Dr. Charles Fay

25 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most difficult tasks as a parent is to make decisions that cause them not to like you, even if it is in their own best interest. In the fin...

How to Change Your Parenting Approach to Help Your Child Succeed Pt. 2 with Dr. Charles Fay

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Who controls the emotional weather in your house? Is it you, or is it your child? In the second part of a series on parenting with Dr. Charles Fay, Dr...

5 Steps to Practical Parenting Pt. 1 with Dr. Charles Fay

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Life can be hard enough on your own, but when you throw in the challenges of disciplining a problematic child, it can get to be overwhelming. In part ...

Tips for the Aspiring Entrepreneur - Pt. 3 with Dan Sullivan

18 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In part 3 of a series with Strategic Coach Program's Dan Sullivan, Dan gives his practical success tips for entrepreneurs. Dr. Daniel Amen weighs in w...

How To Make Your Brain Your Competitive Advantage at Work - Pt. 2 with Dan Sullivan

17 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to success in the workplace, focus is the name of the game. In the second part of a series with Strategic Coach Program's Dan Sullivan, ...

Why Every Entrepreneur Needs To Optimize Their Brain - Pt. 1 with Dan Sullivan

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When Dan Sullivan, founder of the Strategic Coach Program, decided to come to Amen Clinics to learn about how distractibility affects the brain, what ...

Which Supplements Are Best for Your Brain Type? PT. 4 with Dr. Kidd

12 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the final episode in a series on nutritional supplements, Dr. Paris Kidd is joined by Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen to answer your questions. Dr. K...

Which Nutraceuticals Are Helpful For Children? PT.3 with Dr. Kidd

11 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In part 3 of a series on nutritional supplements with BrainMD Chief Science Officer Paris Kidd, we turn our attention to children. With the help of Dr...

Which Supplements are Best for Your Life? PT.2 with Dr. Kidd

10 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Ok, so you've decided to try taking supplements to improve your health. In the second part of a series on nutritional supplements with Dr. Paris Kidd,...

Why Nutraceuticals May Be Your Best Health Insurance- PT. 1 with Dr. Kidd

09 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You may have heard that nutritional supplements aren't a necessity for those with a well-balanced diet. But with 93% of the population not eating the ...

What Is the Best Pain Management Strategies After Surgery?

06 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest issues we face directly after a surgery is how to manage the pain. We need to be careful how we approach this crucial time to avoid...

How to Recover Quickly After a Medical Procedure

03 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In today's fast paced world, undergoing a medical procedure such as a surgery can put you on the sidelines and keep you out of action, causing you to ...

How to Prepare for Unexpected Health Emergencies

02 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Health issues are inevitable. Even the healthiest of us know that at some point, those fights are coming. And, as Tana Amen often says, if you wait un...

A Nutritionist's Guide on What You Should Be Eating Every Day Pt. 3 with Zoe Davis

27 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It seems like every day we're told what foods are good and bad for you, but it's often difficult to translate all this information into a grocery stor...

Could the Bacteria in Your Gut Help To Balance Your Brain? Pt. 2 with Zoe Davis

26 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It may make some squeamish, but there are 100 trillion bugs in your intestinal lining. 100 trillion! Believe it or not, these bacteria may actually be...

How Does Food Affect Your Mood? Pt. 1 with Zoe Davis

25 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you start to think about food as medicine that can heal you, rather than just stuff you eat when you're hungry, everything can change. In the fir...

Can an Underdeveloped Cerebellum Cause You To Struggle in School or Work? PT. 3 with Wynford Dore

20 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Many struggles that children or adults face in school or work are the result of an underdeveloped cerebellum. The good news is that you can increase b...

How To Help Your Kids Develop Their Brains Properly - PT. 2 with Wynford Dore

19 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Science has shown us that the stimulation of the vestibular system (your inner ear) is crucial in development of the cerebellum, which is part of the ...

How Wynford's Daughter's Suicide Attempt Caused Her a Breakthrough - PT. 1 with Wynford Dore

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When Wynford Dore's daughter struggled with learning disabilities, the pain became so great that she attempted suicide. Heartbroken and desperate, her...

How the Karate Master Sustains his Victories - Pt. 3 with Senior Master Bob White

14 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the third and final episode on overcoming hardships with hall of fame karate Master Bob White, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the strategie...

How This Karate Master Defeated his Greatest Opponent- Pt. 2 with Senior Master Bob White

12 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Everybody gets knocked down at one point or another, and we've all heard that what's most important is that we get back up. But just how, exactly, do ...

What Happens When Being "Tough" Isn't Enough? Pt. 1 with Senior Master Bob White

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you're the tough, wise person that others come to for help, how can you seek help for yourself? In the first episode of a series on overcoming ha...

Challenging Gary Busey's Memory Pt. 3 with Gary Busey

07 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the last episode of a series with Oscar-nominated actor Gary Busey, Tana steps up and takes Gary's signature memory challenge. Play along to see if...

How We Are Fixing Gary Busey's Brain- Pt. 2 with Gary Busey

06 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Daniel Amen is on a mission to fix Gary Busey's brain. In this episode of the podcast, they are joined by Tana Amen and Gary's partner Stephanie t...

The Traumatic Brain Injury That Changed Gary Busey's Life- Pt. 1 with Gary Busey

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In a series focused on head trauma and brain injury, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by Academy Award-nominated actor Gary Busey. Gary descri...

The Traumatic Brain Injury That Changed Gary Busey's Life- Pt. 1 with Gary Busey

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In a series focused on head trauma and brain injury, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by Academy Award-nominated actor Gary Busey. Gary descri...

Do You Suffer from Brain Fog, Fatigue, and Depression? It May Be Your Thyroid

01 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Psychiatrists are often quick to diagnose symptoms of brain fog and fatigue as depression, prescribe antidepressant medications, and call it good. But...

Why Do Mothers Suffer from Depression?

31 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In our society we are often fed the message that motherhood should cause nothing but infinite joy and love, but if this is the case, why are do so man...

Can Drinking Alcohol Help You Live Longer?

30 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We all know about the negative effects of heavy alcohol consumption, but is it true that there are health benefits for drinking just 1-2 glasses of wi...

Can Vaping Lead to Cigarette Smoking? PT.3 With Dr. Jennifer Farrell

23 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

E-cigarettes has become increasingly popular among today's teens. Companies like Juul are producing E-cigarettes that come in many flavors, and that a...

What is the Link Between Social Media & Depression? PT. 2 With Dr. Jennifer Farrell

22 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's no question that social media has changed modern society for better or worse. Some say that social media makes us more connected, but is this ...

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Issues: Which Causes Which? PT. 1 With Dr. Jennifer Farrell

21 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In a psychiatric discussion reminiscent of the age-old "chicken or the egg" debate, Dr. Jennifer Farrell and Dr. Daniel Amen explore the question of w...

Tana's Advice on How to Prepare for a Medical Procedure

18 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Having a major medical procedure is never fun. But going in prepared mentally and physically can make a world of difference. As Tana prepares to go in...

Can Walking Really Reduce Your Risk for Dementia?

17 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Recent research suggests that being able to walk at just 3 miles an hour significantly raises the likelihood an 80-year old will live at least another...

Holistic & Non-Prescription Based Therapies You May Want to Try

16 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We often look directly to traditional western medicine when it comes to treating our ailments, but sometimes these methods are not only the least cost...

Is Our Food Policy Driving a Disease Economy? PT. 4 with Dr. Mark Hyman

10 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When we give in to the Standard American Diet (SAD) of highly processed foods, we're contributing to the demise of more than just our health. In the f...

What Does a Doctor Eat in a Typical Day? PT. 3 with Dr. Mark Hyman

09 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Once we know the types of foods that are actually healthy for us to eat, the next step is to figure out what that looks like in daily eating habits. I...

Fact & Fiction: Nutrition in the Kitchen- PT. 2 with Dr. Mark Hyman

08 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you're having trouble determining which foods are healthy for you and which are not, you're not alone. There are tons of conflicting ideas about th...

What Can I Trust? Here's How the Food Industries Trick You- PT. 1 with Dr. Mark Hyman

07 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With all the information and misinformation surrounding nutrition these days, it can be really confusing figuring out what to eat. In this first episo...

Can a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Give You ADD?

03 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Signs of ADD usually first occur at a very young age, but what if you start showing these signs later in life? Could ADD actually be caused by a physi...

How to Deal with Someone who has a Personality Disorder

02 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When someone you love suffers from borderline personality disorder, it can cause chaos, trauma, and trust issues in your own life. In this episode of ...

10 Common Signs of Personality Disorder

01 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you or someone you know experiences drastic mood swings, erratic behavior, or dramatic shifts in self-image, it may be a case of borderline persona...

Nutrition Tactics to Supercharge your Brain – PT. 3 with Max Lugavere

26 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the third and final episode of a series with Genius Foods author Max Lugavere, Max shares some of his proven strategies for foods that will superch...

What Foods Should I Eat? PT. 2 with Max Lugavere

24 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Food is medicine, or it's poison. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Genius Foods author Max Lugavere shares his nutritional tips for...

How to Become Smarter & Happier – PT. 1 with Max Lugavere

23 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's a critical link between the foods you eat and the way your brain functions. In this episode of the Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Ame...

What Influence Does ADD Have on Relationships?

19 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There are many reasons while some relationships thrive while others fail, but it's no question that untreated ADD can devastate families and intimacy ...

How Do You Know if You Have ADD?

18 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

People with ADD tend to have a difficult time managing their everyday lives, but how do you know if you have it? In this episode of The Brain Warrior'...

What Causes Conflict Seeking Behavior?

17 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Why is it that certain people cause you to feel like you need to walk on eggshells around them? In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr...

Is Social Media to Blame for Teens' Depression?

11 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A recent study revealed that children who begin social media at age 10 are more likely to suffer from depression by the time they turn 15. So what exa...

One Traumatic Brain Injury Can Ruin Your Life and Here's How

10 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that your brain is about the consistency of soft butter, and that it's housed in a skull with sharp, bony ridges? There's no way around i...

How To Effectively Treat Depression

09 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Daniel Amen and colleagues recently published a study on patient outcomes and Depression in the Journal of Alzheimer's. In this episode, he and Ta...

Suicide, Drugs, & High School Football: What's the Connection?

06 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Drug abuse and suicide amongst high school students has reached epidemic proportions in the last few years. Why is this? In this episode of The Brain ...

Why Was Andrew Drawing Pictures of Himself Hanging From a Tree?

05 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

He had always been a happy and sweet kid, so when nine-year-old Andrew suddenly attacked a girl on the baseball field for no apparent reason, somethin...

Alcoholic Parents: What Does It Do To a Child's Brain?

04 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Studies have shown that children of alcoholic parents exhibit the same brain types as soldiers who have been in war. What is it that causes these simi...

Lessons I Learned from Criminals - PT. 3 with James Ackerman

28 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the final episode of a series with Prison Fellowship CEO, James Ackerman shares some of the life lessons he's learned from rehabilitating inmates a...

Forgiveness: Why It's So Important- PT. 2 with James Ackerman

27 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes the most difficult challenges we face in life are centered around those who have wronged us in some way. In this episode of The Brain Warrio...

How to Break the Prison Cycle- PT. 1 with James Ackerman

26 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's been estimated that a staggering 77% of inmates will be arrested for a new crime within five years of being released from prison. James Ackerman,...

Does Holding Hands with Someone Affect Your Brain Waves?

21 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When you hold someone's hand, there is a surprising side effect in your brain waves. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Am...

Alive & Dead: Facing Your Mortality

20 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Perhaps the most human issue every person deals with is the question of how to deal with your own mortality. We may all be dying (although at differen...

Men & Hormones: What Is 'Manopause?'

19 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We all know about the hormonal changes in women as they age, but we rarely discuss what happens in men as they hit their 40's and go through what some...

The Common Causes of Chronic Pain

14 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Chronic pain is a huge health issue for many people, but those who suffer are often unaware of what's really causing it. In this episode of The Brain ...

Can Having Social Connections Improve Physical Health?

13 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's a known fact that people who are lonely and socially isolated tend to have more problems with their mental health, but is it possible that connec...

What Is Causing Your Child's Anxiety?

12 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A recent study shows that 20% of teenage girls have experienced major bouts with depression. But where do these feelings begin? In this episode of The...

Why Are 23% of Women on Antidepressants?

09 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With a staggering 23% of women taking an antidepressant medication, there's clearly a need for interventions. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Dani...

Marijuana vs. Alcohol

08 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Neither alcohol nor marijuana is good for you in larger doses, but when it comes to smaller amounts, which is actually worse for your health? In this ...

Pain Relievers: Ones to Choose & Lose

07 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A recent study has linked Acetaminophen (Tylenol) with autism in babies when taken during pregnancy. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcas...

How Can WE Prevent More School Shootings?

02 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We live in an era where seemingly random acts of violence occur at an ever-increasing pace. But why? What is it that pushes these disturbed individual...

Is Violence The Answer?

01 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We're taught as children that violence is never the answer, but is that really true? What about situations where self-defense is necessary to survive?...

We Are Living In An Unhappiness Epidemic and Here's Why

28 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been feeling down, you're not alone. In fact, there seems to be a growing epidemic of unhappiness in our society, but fortunately there are ...

How to Teach Your Gut to Take Care of Your Brain PT. 3 - Dr. David Perlmutter

23 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the third and final episode of a series with "Grain Brain" author Dr. David Perlmutter, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the brain-gut connect...

Can You Prevent Cognitive Decline? PT. 2 - Dr. David Perlmutter

23 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Many pharmaceutical companies are getting out of Alzheimer's research because they aren't finding that "silver bullet" treatment to cure the disease. ...

Can Gluten Enable You To Make Unhealthy Decisions? PT. 1 - Dr. David Perlmutter

21 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There may not always be a simple medical solution for various brain dysfunctions. However, we have learned that there are things we can control, such ...

Can Childhood Trauma Lead to Chronic Illnesses? PT.3 - Dr. Wayne Jonas

16 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the third and final episode of a series with Dr. Wayne Jonas, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss how childhood trauma factors in to chronic cond...

What's the Alternative to Opioid Medication? PT.2 - Dr. Wayne Jonas

14 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

For the first time in years, the human life expectancy recently went down instead of up. Many believe that the opioid crisis is to blame. In the secon...

What Can Patients Do to Heal Themselves Without a Physician? PT. 1 - Dr. Wayne Jonas

13 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It may be shocking to learn that up to 80% of what needs to be done to heal a patient's chronic illness comes from what happens OUTSIDE the doctor's o...

Can You Overcome PTSD After Being Away At War? PT. 2 Denny's Story

07 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Denny Salisbury returned home from Iraq a different person. He had suffered a traumatic brain injury during a horrific car bombing that took the lives...

How Soldiers Overcome Extreme Trauma: PT. 1 Denny's Story

06 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

California native Denny Salisbury was 19 years old when he had his first brush with an IED bomb while serving our country in Iraq. Although it was a h...

Is It Possible To Stop Your Brain Before You Self-Sabotage?

01 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Can't seem to get out of your own way? You're not alone. Fortunately, there's something you can do about it. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Wa...

How Do You Nurture Relationships With Ones Closest To You?

31 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the second episode of a two-part series on relationships, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen finish discussing their overview of the mnemonic "RELATING"...

Do You Struggle In Relationships? This Could Be Why

30 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Being connected is one of the most important functions of being human. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the most problematic. In this episode of T...

What would you do if Disaster was Coming?

26 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the wake of the Hawaii false alarm debacle, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen share an intriguing discussion about disasters. If there were an actual i...

Can Neurofeedback Help Anxiety & Depression?

25 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Tana Amen is joined by Dr. Jay Gattis to talk about neurofeedback. This process is used to address...

Eating Disorders: Are There Multiple Types? with Dr. Jennifer Farrell

24 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In today's media-centric society, body image is as big a topic as ever. In the second episode of a two-part series with Dr. Jennifer Farrell, Tana and...

Substance Abuse: How Can You Help A Loved One Overcome Addiction? with Dr. Jennifer Farrell

18 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Tana Amen is joined by Dr. Jennifer Farrell, a Psychiatrist and Addiction Medicine Specialist. We ...

Pressure & Social Media: How Can You Get Your Kids to Confide In You? with Chloe Amen

17 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the second and final episode of a two-part series on vulnerability, Tana Amen is joined by her daughter Chloe to discuss the ways a parent can get ...

Parenting: Can Vulnerability Be a Good Thing? with Chloe Amen

16 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In the first episode of a special two-part series, Tana Amen is joined by her daughter Chloe to discuss the role vulnerability plays in a young person...

How Does Social Media Affect Children's Everyday Lives? with Dr. Jay Faber

12 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of a series with child psychiatrist Dr. Jay Faber, Tana Amen and Dr. Faber dig into the topic of social media, and how it affects today's yo...

What Is The Most Effective Form of Communication with Children? with Dr. Jay Faber

12 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When a foster child comes into your life, they've often experienced trauma that makes it difficult for them to form new attachments. In this episode o...

The One Thing To Do Everything To Change Your Life

09 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the best tools you can use to make sure that your brain's compass is pointed in the right direction is "The One Page Miracle." In this episode ...

Managing Chronic Pain: Coping Tips For Relief

05 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Living with chronic pain is one of the worst experiences one can have, and it can even lead down the path to thoughts of suicide. However, there are p...

How to Turn Post-Traumatic Stress into Post-Traumatic Growth

04 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to victims of trauma, there tends to be a bell curve-shaped pattern of response. On one end of the spectrum are those that suffer severe...

Stop Suffering: How To Overcome PTSD

02 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Trauma can occur in many forms and degrees of intensity, but whether we remember it consciously or not, the past is always living in the present. In t...

Could Birth Control Be The Cause of Your Depression?

29 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Recent studies have shown a link between oral contraceptives and serotonin levels among females. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, D...

Top 5 Strategies for a Stronger Brain & Better Life

28 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In the final installment of the Success Starts Here series, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give you the five steps you can take to put you on the path ...

Our Nutrition Principles: What to Choose & Lose

20 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

It's no secret that what we put on the end of our fork matters when it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Most of us are living to eat when we ...

Why Do Good People Do Bad Things?

19 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

"Think Different" was a popular Apple ad campaign in the late 90's that was intended to recognize the revolutionary power in thinking outside the box....