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Holistic Psychiatry PodcastStrengthening the Right Brain in Left Brain TimesWe are living in a world that feels increasingly “left-brained.” Though both hemispheres are constantly working together, they have distinct values, traits, and ways of operating the world. In this podcast episode, I discuss:* The different attributes of the left and right hemisphere* How can we recognize which hemisphere is taking the lead in a given moment* The advantages of letting the right brain take the lead* How we strengthen our right hemisphere with the help of neuroplasticity (and specific (enjoyable) activities).* The added benefits of doing this...2025-02-2815 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastHow & Why I Became a Holistic Psychiatrist“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”― Lao TzuIn this episode, I share my journey through illness to health and how this shaped my work as a holistic psychiatrist. My wish for anyone listening is that your pursuit of health, happiness, or whatever you seek leads you to peace and a desire to help others traveling their thousand miles.Until next time,CourtneyCourtneySnyderMD.comMentoring This is a public episode. If you'd like t...2025-01-1420 min
Missions to MovementsA Fun Twist on Corporate Partnerships Results in $300k from 20 Cook-Offs with Courtney Johnson, Culinary CareWhen I was 23, I could not even fathom starting a nonprofit, but Courtney Johnson did just that. In this episode, she shares her extraordinary journey and how her father’s battle with long cancer inspired her to start Culinary Care, an organization dedicated to supporting cancer patients with nourishing meals. Fostering corporate partnerships have been a game changer for Courtney and she walks us through how hosting 20 of their interactive, culinary “cookoff” events resulted in $300,000! We break down the details of how companies can sponsor a cookoff, how Culinary Care partners with local restaurants, and her...2025-01-0847 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastMold Prevention For Brain Health - Home Exterior Maintenance“Exterior building maintenance is crucial for preventing mold from growing inside a building” - Jerry Parker, CEIC, CMRTwenty-five percent of people appear to be susceptible to mold toxicity - a surprisingly common cause of brain symptoms, including brain fog, fatigue, depression, anxiety, mood swings, OCD, panic, and psychosis. Mold toxicity can also be an underlying factor in pyrrole disorder, candida, and copper-zinc imbalances, which also cause brain symptoms. Mold toxicity should also be considered when there are new-onset mental health issues in college students exposed to mold in their dorms or apartments.2024-09-0257 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastWhat Skin Symptoms Can Tell Us About Brain SymptomsSkin conditions are common in those with brain-related conditions. Most of what you’ll find about this relationship is the suggestion that one is causing the other. It is believed, for example, that the stress of having a skin condition can cause depression and anxiety, which makes sense…..or that the stress of the mental health condition is causing an increase in stress hormones or inflammation that then leads to skin symptoms. This also makes good sense.In this podcast, I’ll argue that skin and brain symptoms have shared common roots - one in particular. By brain...2024-08-2610 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastSmart Meters, Brain Symptoms & SolutionsEric Windheim, BA, BBEC, EMRS, RFSO is a Certified Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist and Certified Building Biology Environmental Consultant. He is the founder of Windheim Solutions, which provides inspection, testing, and remediation of problematic EMFs. In this episode, we discuss smart meters, which are digital devices that measure electricity usage in real-time, and wirelessly send that information to the utility company. Smart meters are sometimes used for gas and water.Though there are four harmful types of electromagnetic fields—radiofrequency (wireless), electric fields, magnetic fields, and dirty electricity—smart meters use radio frequencies.Brain symptoms...2024-08-1246 min
PASSION PURPOSE AND POSSIBILITIESCourtney Meyers - Serving and Succeeding: The Story of A Female Army Medic Turned Business LeaderHere's what to expect on the podcast:Courtney's motivation for joining the army at the age of 19.Courtney's journey in transitioning to corporate life.Omni Interactions and how it operates.In what ways can Omni Interactions make a positive impact on people's lives?And much more! About Courtney:Courtney Meyers, co-CEO at Omni Interactions, is a seasoned entrepreneur reshaping the gig economy. With a focus on providing flexible work globally and ensuring top-notch customer experiences for Fortune 500 companies, she's a pragmatic leader known for strategic thinking.Courtney's career path includes impactful l...2024-07-2952 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastWalsh Biotypes of Depression With a Focus on UndermethylationI recently had the pleasure of being on the Nourished By Nature: Mind Body Wellness Podcast with Annika Taylor, a holistic health practitioner. After sharing with Annika how I became a holistic psychiatrist and how I define holistic psychiatry, we discuss:* The Walsh Research Institute’s data on nutrient levels of 30,000 people with brain-related symptoms, and what were found to be the most common imbalances (One or more of these imbalances is present in about 90-95% of the patient's that I evaluate for brain-related symptoms).* The Walsh biotypes of depression. How I test fo...2024-07-2943 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastEffective Prevention & Treatment of Alzheimer'sBecause Alzheimer’s starts before the onset of symptoms and because having almost any psychiatric condition appears to raise our vulnerability, many of the tools mentioned here relate to other brain symptoms and conditions as well.“What we call Alzheimer's disease is actually a protective response to a wide variety of insults to the brain: inflammation, insulin resistance, toxins, infections, and inadequate levels of nutrients, hormones, and growth factors.” - Dale Bredesen, MD (The End of Alzheimer’s Program: The First Protocol to Enhance Cognition and Reverse Decline at Any Age)In this newsletter, I’ll discuss...2024-07-2219 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastAlzheimer's: The Factors We Have Control OverAlzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disease, meaning it involves the death of brain cells and the eventual loss of brain tissue. The brain changes leading to Alzheimer’s dementia begin twenty years before the onset of symptoms. This is important because the emerging research and clinical experience in functional medicine suggest that most contributing factors can be impacted. In this newsletter and podcast episode, I’ll address:* The incidence of Alzheimer’s* What happens in the brain* The course of the illness* Biomarkers used for diagnosis, even prior to the onset of sympt...2024-07-1520 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastIntermittent Fasting & Brain HealthIn this newsletter and podcast episode, I share the simple yet powerful tool of intermittent fasting. Here, I discuss:* The types of intermittent fasting with a focus on “time restricted eating,” in which fasting is extended to 12-16hours a day (from the more typical 8-10 hours).* Why it makes good sense from an evolutionary standpoint.* What it has to teach us about our metabolism and our brain’s use of energy.* The health conditions it is has been shown to be beneficial for.* The many mechanism by which is imp...2024-07-0820 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastMental Health, Media & the ElectionMy purpose in this video is to remind us to protect our mental health, our physical health and our relationships this election season. We have a natural impulse to pay attention to danger. News networks and social media take advantage and profit from this instinct.Here in the US, we are facing five months of what can be highly stressful. Some will have an increase in anxiety, depression, anger and addictive behaviors including news addiction and internet addiction. If we care about lowering toxic exposures, lowering our stress response and thus inflammation, then...2024-07-0116 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastPyrrole Disorder & Low Stress ToleranceIn this video and podcast episode, I discuss pyrrole disorder - one of the most common nutrient imbalances in brain-related conditions affecting adults and children. Elevated Hydroxyhemopyrrolin-2-one (HPL) in the urine, often referred to as “pyrroles,” has been associated with depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism, ADHD, learning disorders, substance use disorders, and violent behavior. Here, I address:* How pyrrole disorder relates to other “root causes.”* What we know, what we don’t know, and why this topic is controversial.* Causes.* Zinc and B6 depletion and how these impact brain health.2024-06-2420 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastZinc & the BrainIn this video newsletter, I discuss why zinc is so important for the brain. I’ll address:* Psychiatric conditions linked to low zinc.* Three ways that zinc impacts neurotransmitter functioning.* Zinc’s role as an antioxidant and its relationship to metallothioneins.* The importance of zinc for immune regulation.* The many ways zinc impacts the digestive tract.* How we measure zinc (along with copper) and the limitations of typical lab ranges.* Why optimizing zinc requires testing and monitoring.Until next time,Co...2024-06-1717 min
Time on Wing PodcastBrett Snyder - Founder, Cranky Flier LLCBrett Snyder shares his journey in the aviation industry, starting from his childhood fascination with airplanes to working in the airline and travel industry. He discusses his experiences at America West, United, and PriceGrabber, as well as the founding of his blog, Cranky Flier, and his travel agency, Cranky Concierge. He also talks about his challenges during the pandemic and how he adapted his business to survive. The conversation covers the evolution of the Cranky Network Weekly and the weekly discussions on airline schedules. They discuss the challenges of forecasting schedules during the COVID-19 pandemic and the u...2024-05-211h 17
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastTreatment of High CopperIn the last episode, I addressed the causes, symptoms and conditions associated with high copper. In this episode I address:* Testing and why if copper overload is so prevalent, is it not being identified in conventional or allopathic medicine and how those of us trained by the Walsh Research Institute evaluate for copper overload. * 10 treatment considerations including lowering exposure, optimizing zinc, augmenting nutrients, addressing occurring nutrient imbalances, addressing oxidative stress, addressing added estrogen, and further supporting metallothioneins (which regulate copper and zinc). * Comments by Dr. William Walsh, PhD on the future...2023-12-0413 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastHigh Copper Causes and ConditionsIn this podcast episode, I review how high copper affects dopamine and norepinephrine, how copper can become elevated and the conditions or situations in which I suspect copper is causing or contributing to brain symptoms. High copper should be considered in anyone with worsening of brain symptoms after starting birth control pills or a cooper IUD.In the next podcast I will discuss testing and treatment.If you would like to learn more about the root causes of brain related symptoms or to receive this newsletters with text and audio in your mailbox...2023-11-2712 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastBooks for the Right BrainIn this podcast episode, I share my favorite 10 Right Brain books - books that have been particularly helpful in my own healing process. By right brain, I mean books that help us see the bigger picture of our lives, relationships and the world and that help us find peace and meaning in the present moment.To learn more about traits associated with the right and left brain:https://www.courtneysnydermd.com/blog/undermethylation-strengthening-the-right-brain-in-a-left-brain-worldTo learn more about the root causes of brain related symptoms or to receive my newsletters with text and audio...2023-11-1611 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastMold Toxicity & The BrainMold toxicity is a surprisingly common and important player when it comes to brain related symptoms. You won’t find it mentioned in the research into psychiatric conditions, but those of us who treat mold toxicity will tell you it is a very common root cause of ADHD, anxiety, panic, OCD, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dementiaIt’s not the only cause, but it tends to cause and interact with other causes. It is often the root of the roots.In this podcast episode, I discuss 10 ways that mold toxins leads to brain symptoms. F...2023-11-1314 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastSaying "No" for Our Health & the Higher GoodIn this podcast episode, I address the chronic and significant stress that comes with being unable to effectively say, “No.” Over-committing can impact our health, relationships and our ability to find deeper meaning and purpose in our lives. Unless we know when and how to say, “No,” we can easily deplete our time, energy and attention. Also addressed here - why this is harder for some of us than others and how we can say “No” in a way that is respectful to ourselves, the other and the relationship.To learn more about the root causes of brain relate...2023-10-3111 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastPsych Med: Beyond Black-and-White ThinkingTo lay some groundwork for the podcast episode:Though conventionally trained as an adult and child psychiatrist, I no longer prescribe psychiatric medication. The focus of my work (now holistic and functional) and my continuing education for the past 10 years has been to identify and address underlying root causes of brain symptoms. I’m not opposed to psychiatric medication. In this episode, I discuss: * Misconceptions about psychiatric medication. * The criticism and judgments about the use of medication without offering realistic and available solutions.* Dualistic thinking about meds as being all g...2023-10-2511 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastThe Art of HealingIn this episode, I discuss:* What I mean by creativity and art.* The many lessons we can learn from the creative process* Why I believe this shift in mindset is essential to healing essential and thrivingTo learn more about the root causes of brain related symptoms - https://www.courtneysnydermd.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/courtneysnydermd/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/holistic_psychiatry/?hl=enIYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JF5homBrN3D38OEZlzxigMedical Disclaimer:This...2023-10-1506 min
Holistic Psychiatry Podcast10 Undermethylation Myths (MTHFR, Brain Health & The Great Folate Debate)In this episode, I answer:* What is MTHFR and more specifically undermethylation (UM)?* What is the incidence of (UM) in various brain disorders, including depression?* How is it diagnosed?* How common are MTHFR variants?* Does having an MTHFR variant mean you have UM?* Is folate good for everyone? Who is it not good for? * Where do we get folate?* What are the concerns about high folate throughout an entire pregnancy?* Has there been an increase in UM?For further...2023-10-0510 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastConnecting the Dots - A Conversation with Lynn - A Woman with High Anxiety & Multiple Unexplained Physical SymptomsIn this episode, I have a conversation with Lynn (name changed), about her quest to find answers. Lynn has been given various diagnoses and has obtained her own genetic variant reports. She is unsure how her potential root causes fit together and how to move forward from a functional and holistic perspective. Lynn is not a patient and thus I am not treating her. She generously reached out to volunteer to participate in this podcast for educational purposes.Topics mentioned in this podcast include Undermethylation, COMT & MAOA variants, Mast Cell Activation, Mold...2023-05-2057 min
Moving through Midlife | Helping Midlife Women Move Better and Feel Better96 | Gardening with Stephanie SnyderSend us a textToday I am speaking with Dr Stephanie a life coach who loves to garden and is sharing with us today some tips on gardening. She has found it very therapeutic and rewarding for her and her children and hope that it will do the same for you. If you struggle with that green thumb, she is going to provide us with some tips to help us get started. Enjoy!What got you started in gardening?1:17Gardening as a test of trust.6:25How to get started with...2023-05-0837 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastQuieting the Mind by Unplugging One Day a Week - A Conversation with Mary Anne Tierney, RN, MPHIn this episode, I have a conversation with my colleague and friend, Mary Anne Tierney, RN, MPH, an Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist, about the many benefits of taking one day a week, part of a day, or even an hour, to unplug from technology. We discuss our experience and practical ideas to work in this practice, including how to engage children and teens. This conversation, inspired by the Global Day of Unplugging, which begins this evening at sunset)Mary Anne is the Executive Director of SafeTech NC, a non-profit sharing why and how...2023-03-0347 min
Holistic Psychiatry Podcast"Chronic Healing" - A Conversation with Dirk NielandtIn this episode, I share my conversation with Dirk Nielandt of Belgium. Dirk's story is a story of empowerment, resilience and possibility - a story that anyone with a chronic health condition - autoimmune, psychiatric, cardiovascular, or cancer - can benefit from. With warmth and wisdom, Dirk shares valuable insights, tools and lifestyle changes, which appear to have halted an otherwise progressive neurological condition (primary progressive multiple sclerosis). And, he shares the unexpected gifts and meaning that he continues to discover on his journey.Resources reference:"The Wahls Protocol," by Terry Wahls, MD...2023-01-0234 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastToo Much Neurotransmitter Activity Part 2 of 2 (Second Example - COMT & MAOA Gene Variants)Too much neurotransmitter activity can cause nervousness, irritability, insomnia and in some cases mania and psychosis. This can also contribute to pain symptoms, headaches, and increased blood pressure and heart rate. One root cause is an inability to effectively break down neurotransmitters. Two genes involved in this process are the COMT and MAO genes. COMT is also involved in the metabolism of estrogen. If they are "slow," we can struggle with symptoms of high neurotransmitter activity, low stress tolerance and in the case of COMT, high estrogen symptoms.In this podcast, I'll discuss the many factors that...2022-11-2120 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastToo Much Neurotransmitter Activity - Part 1 of 2 (First Example - Overmethylation)Neurotransmitters are the chemicals in the brain that allow brain cells to communicate with one another. Too much neurotransmission can cause nervousness, irritability, insomnia and in some cases mania and psychosis. After briefly discussing a simplified version of how neurotransmitters work, I'll comment on serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine and what symptoms they are associated with. I'll focus on overmethylation - one example of how this excessive firing of nerve cells can happen.In the next episode, I'll discuss genetic variants involving COMT and MAOA and other situations in which neurotransmitter activity can be increased. For each, I'll...2022-10-2617 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastManaging Our Acute Stress Response: Finding Stillness & GroundingIn this episode, I'll talk about how we can still our mind and body in the middle of an acute stress response. Lowering stress is a powerful way to reduce inflammation. I'll discuss tools to lower our stress response and what we can learn from athletes and performers.Topics included in this episode:03:00 What is a trigger? Identifying emotional triggers and understanding the stress response.08:46 How to interrupt the stress response.09:31 Managing stress that is anticipated (public speaking, performance, competition, etc)13:16 Tools to calm...2022-10-0432 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastBrain Inflammation (Part 2 of 2): Mast Cell Activation & The Relationship Between Brain and Body SymptomsIn this episode, I discuss the many body and brain symptoms that can occur as a result of mast cell activation, and what can be done to address these symptoms.Included in this episode:01:33 Quote by Darwin, who seems to have had Mast Cell Activation Syndrome.04:56 Triggers and symptoms of mast cell activation can vary from person to person and episode to episode.11:52 Symptoms can be psychological and physiological.14:15 The day to day experience of living with mast cell activation.19:31 The...2022-09-1937 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastBrain Inflammation (Part 1 of 2) How, Why & The Role of StressInflammation is a contributing factor in most brain-related symptoms. In this episode I'll talk about how inflammation occurs, what causes this and what symptoms can look like in both the body and the brain. I'll discuss Charles Darwin, who appeared to have both physical ailments and brain-related symptoms.Included in this episode:01:15 Definitions05:15 Case example: Charles Darwin14:47 Inflammation at the cellular level19:04 The impacts of mast cells22:32 The role of the hormonal stress responseSubsc...2022-09-0626 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastFeeling Our FeelingsIn this episode, I discuss what can be one of our greatest challenges or one of our superpowers - our ability to recognize and express our feelings. I’ll discuss why we have feelings, how they relate to survival and connection, and the reasons we differ in our emotional awareness. I’ll also discuss the consequences of repressed negative emotions and strategies to invite, make use of and release those feelings.Topics included in this episode: 02:25 Why this topic? 03:51 What are feelings? 12:14 Why we vary in ou...2022-08-2234 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastMold Toxicity (Part 3 of 3) Addressing Mold In Our Indoor EnvironmentsIn the first episode of this three part series on Mold Toxicity, I discussed how mold toxins get into the body and what symptoms they can cause. The second episode focused on diagnosis and treatment of mold toxicity in the body. In this episode, I discuss an essential part of treatment - addressing exposure. Topics covered in this episode include:00:52 Testing options for mold in our indoor environments.06:58 Reasons not to rely on air sampling alone.08:51 Mold remediation - the removal of a mold source.11...2022-08-0821 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastMold Toxicity (Part 2 of 3) - Diagnosis & TreatmentIn this episode, I discuss testing and treatment for mold toxicity (in the body), which is a common root cause of brain-related symptoms. Topics covered in this episode:02:39 - Urine mycotoxin testing.6:47 - Binders for mold toxicity.12:19 - Treatment considerations for strong vs sensitive constiution. 15:25 - Anti-fungal treatment for those who need it.21:16 - Treatment interventions for those who initially are too sensitive for even tiny amounts of binders.26:07 - Integrating treatment for other root causes of brain-related symp...2022-07-2933 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastMold Toxicity (Part 1 of 3) - A Common Root Cause to Brain-Related SymptomsMold Toxicity is a very common root cause of brain-related symptoms. It is also a deeper root cause to the other root causes of brain-related symptoms.In this first of 3 episodes I'll give some historical context as well as address: the three types of mold-related illness, how we become mold toxic, explain mold colonization, discuss who is susceptible, and provide brain and body symptoms.Topics covered in this episode:02:35 History of mycotoxin research and treatment.06:21 The three types of mold-related illnesses and understanding...2022-07-1826 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastAligning Our Gifts & Passions With Our Times: Living Our PurposeIn this episode I'll discuss how we can live a purposeful life, and how having a sense of purpose impacts our physiology, health and well-being. I'll also talk about obstacles, the difference between purpose and passion, and why we don't have to wait to align our gifts and abilities with the time and place we find ourselves.Topics covered in this episode:07:42 Understanding purpose.09:48 Where and how to find our purpose.14:32 How aligning our passions, abilities, and our times impacts our health.2022-07-1236 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastEnvironmental Tips For a Happier Home (Mold, EMF & Chemicals)In this podcast, I’ll discuss ways we can all lower our exposure to mold toxins, EMF (electromagnetic fields) and chemicals in our homes, and why this is especially important for our mental health. I'll also discuss why it is important for us to approach our homes with a healthy rather than fearful perspective. Whatever we do to limit these exposures, we are removing some of the overall toxic load. There is no perfection here.Topics included in this episode:01:25 See this as an opportunity to learn, but avoid becom...2022-06-2837 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastRewriting the Stories We Tell Ourselves & The Power of Meaning MakingIn this episode I talk about the stories we tell ourselves and how those stories have the power to shape our lives, as well as our health and well being. I'll also discuss stories that hold us back and where those may come from. Mostly though, I'll talk about how we can rewrite our stories so they and we are fueled with meaning, purpose, and hope.Topics included in this episode:04:27 Story Elements: Adversaries06:03 Story Elements: Events06:51 What is meaning making? Shaping our sto...2022-06-2034 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastSchool Shootings Part 2 of 2: Interventions Along the Pathway to ViolenceThis is the second of two episodes on school shootings. In this podcast I discuss the pathway to violence starting with childhood trauma, mental health issues, crisis, leakage (telling others) and how each of these becomes a potential point of intervention, along with the media not sharing names and photos of the perpetrator, and, of course, stricter gun laws. I'll mention specific resources and approaches some schools are using, not only to recognize and intervene when a child or teen is at risk, but to also strengthen relationships and trust within the school community. As stated so well by th...2022-06-0632 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastSchool Shootings Part 1 of 2: Impacts, Data & the Path to ViolenceMy intention in these two episodes on school shootings is to bring information not being discussed in the media. In this first episode, I'll focus on:The impacts on the victims, survivors, first responders, family and friends, but also for school children around the country participating in active shooter drills. I'll also comment on the impact for all of us watching the news coverage of these events.Included in this episode will be data on school shootings and an introduction to school shooters' fairly consistent path to violence (to be discussed in more d...2022-06-0229 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastFood Familes That Can Contribute to Brain Symptoms Part 2 of 2 (FODMAPS, Sulfur, Copper, Folate and Glutamate)In this episode (part 2 of 2) I discuss five more food families (FODMAPS, sulfur, copper, folate, and glutamate) that can contribute to brain symptoms in some individuals. The first two relate to food sensitivity and the next three relate to the functioning of neurotransmitters in the brain.I'll provide examples of foods, physical and brain related symptoms, and explain how certain food families can (for some) contribute to brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and/or insomnia.Lastly, I'll discuss deeper root causes and how addressing these may help not only improve symptoms, but also...2022-05-2322 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastFood Families That Can Contribute to Brain Symptoms Part 1 of 2 (Histamine, Oxalates, Salicylates and Lectins)In this podcast episode, I discuss particular food families. Sensitivities can occur when someone is reacting to a naturally occurring component shared by foods in that family. In this podcast I’ll focus on foods high in histamine, oxalates, salicylates or lectins. I discuss potential deeper root causes of these issues, physical and brain symptoms and how these can be addressed without endless avoidance.In the next podcast, I’ll discuss high sulfur foods, FODMAPS, as well as food families that can impact neurotransmitter functioning in some individuals. These include foods high in copper, foods high in fola...2022-05-2335 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Morning Routine: Rewiring Our Brain One Step at a TimeOur day is a microcosm of our life. How we begin impacts the quality of our day, and overtime, the quality of our life. In this episode, I’ll talk about: Why we might consider starting or building upon our morning routine. How the habits of our morning routine, by way of neuroplasticity, create change. Obstacles to starting or sticking with a morning routine and how to overcome these. Examples of how we can bring our body, spirit, and mind into each day.Topics included in th...2022-05-0422 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastInattention & Hyperactivity: Copper Zinc Imbalances & Other Potential Root CausesIn this episode, I discuss ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, a diagnosis given to approximately 11% of children in the U.S. The prevalence of ADHD appears to be increasing. I'll talk about: High Copper & Low Zinc - found in 68% of 5600 children and adults diagnosed with ADHD (by the Walsh Research Institute) and how this can contribute to inattention and hyperactivity Other potential root causes of inattention and hyperactivity How these root causes can be evaluated and addressed from a holistic/integrative/functional medicine approach.Topics included...2022-04-2642 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastHonoring the Space Between Us (Boundaries)In this podcast I discuss the paradox: that to have healthy relationships, there needs to be space and a recognition that we are separate beings with different desires, feelings, perspectives, and different life paths. This space can also be called a boundary. I also talk about: How we can know if the boundaries in a relationship are healthy or not. How we can manage the fear that can arise when we start establishing boundaries. How we can set a boundary that is respectful to ourselves and to the other person.2022-04-0738 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastHigh Achievement in Teens - A Risk Factor for Depression (Consider Undermethylation)In this episode I discuss why teens who are high achievers are considered to be in the same risk category for depression and anxiety as those teens who are experiencing poverty, trauma, and discrimination.I'll discuss: The role of parents, coaches, and schools Inherent personality traits of many high achieving teens that can relate to undermethylation - a biochemical imbalance, that impacts neurotransmitter activity and can raise vulnerability to depression, anxiety and addiction. What we can do as parents, educators and clinicians to help these and all teens thrive.Mentioned in this...2022-03-2929 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastHigh Achievement in Teens - A Risk Factor for Depression (Consider Undermethylation)In this episode I discuss why teens who are high achievers are considered to be in the same risk category for depression and anxiety as those teens who are experiencing poverty, trauma, and discrimination.I'll discuss: The role of parents, coaches, and schools Inherent personality traits of many high achieving teens that can relate to undermethylation - a biochemical imbalance, that impacts neurotransmitter activity and can raise vulnerability to depression, anxiety and addiction. What we can do as parents, educators and clinicians to help these and all teens thrive.2022-03-2929 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastInviting Our Inner WisdomIn this episode, I discuss our inner wisdom. You might also think of it as your inner teacher, inner knowing, or even as the soul. If we ignore our inner wisdom, our physiology will undoubtedly be impacted. I also discuss: How to know if we are connected to our inner wisdom. Reasons we may not be connected. How our inner wisdom may speak to us. Ways we can create space to hear ourselves. How our listening to our children helps them learn to listen to themselves.__________My goal with this podcast is to help people...2022-03-2314 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastInviting Our Inner WisdomIn this episode, I discuss our inner wisdom. You might also think of it as your inner teacher, inner knowing, or even as the soul. If we ignore our inner wisdom, our physiology will undoubtedly be impacted. I also discuss: How to know if we are connected to our inner wisdom. Reasons we may not be connected. How our inner wisdom may speak to us. Ways we can create space to hear ourselves. How our listening to our children helps them learn to listen to themselves.__________...2022-03-2314 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastZinc Zinc Zinc"More than 90% of people diagnosed with depression, behavioral disorders, ADHD, autism, and schizophrenia exhibit depleted plasma zinc levels, ranging from low-normal to severe deficiency." - Dr. William Walsh, PhDZinc is incredibly important when it comes to our health, especially our mental health. Zinc also has a key role in our immune and gastrointestinal systems and appears to play a role in the prevention of infection and complications from COVID including chronic neuropsychiatric symptoms.In this episode, I’ll talk about why lower zinc levels are associated with psychiatric conditions and the many wa...2022-03-1619 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastZinc Zinc Zinc"More than 90% of people diagnosed with depression, behavioral disorders, ADHD, autism, and schizophrenia exhibit depleted plasma zinc levels, ranging from low-normal to severe deficiency." - Dr. William Walsh, PhDZinc is incredibly important when it comes to our health, especially our mental health. Zinc also has a key role in our immune and gastrointestinal systems and appears to play a role in the prevention of infection and complications from COVID including chronic neuropsychiatric symptoms.In this episode, I’ll talk about why lower zinc levels are associated with psychiatric conditions and the many ways low zi...2022-03-1619 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastBefriending UncertaintyIn this episode, I discuss: What factors make us susceptible to clinging to certain outcomes in our lives. How this grasping and worry can impact our health and well-being. Six examples to help us recognize when we do this. How we can use these opportunities to transform our days (and thus our lives) to becoming less stressful and more meaningful.Links to my other podcast episodes on Pyrrole Disorder and Undermethylation: https://anchor.fm/courtney604/episodes/Pyrrole-Disorder--Stress-Induced-Personality-Changes-e19gu0bhttps://anchor.fm/courtney604...2022-03-0829 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastBefriending UncertaintyIn this episode, I discuss: What factors make us susceptible to clinging to certain outcomes in our lives. How this grasping and worry can impact our health and well-being. Six examples to help us recognize when we do this. How we can use these opportunities to transform our days (and thus our lives) to becoming less stressful and more meaningful.Links to my other podcast episodes on Pyrrole Disorder and Undermethylation: https://anchor.fm/courtney604/episodes/Pyrrole-Disorder--Stress-Induced-Personality-Changes-e19gu0bhttps://anchor.fm/courtney604/episodes/Methylation--Brain-Health-With-a-Focus-on-Undermethylation-e16kr0b...2022-03-0829 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastThe Brain: A Good Barometer of ToxicityIn this episode I'll discuss toxicity and oxidative stress. I'll describe what I mean by toxins, how they get in, where they go, and what they can do. I'll also talk about: The impacts of environmental toxins on the developing brain and their role in depression, ADHD, autism, anxiety, and neurodegenerative disorders. Why some of us are more vulnerable to toxicity and thus oxidative stress and health conditions including psychiatric conditions. Basic strategies to lower our exposure.Links to resources mentioned in this podcast: Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep web site...2022-02-2437 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastThe Brain: A Good Barometer of ToxicityIn this episode I'll discuss toxicity and oxidative stress. I'll describe what I mean by toxins, how they get in, where they go, and what they can do. I'll also talk about: The impacts of environmental toxins on the developing brain and their role in depression, ADHD, autism, anxiety, and neurodegenerative disorders. Why some of us are more vulnerable to toxicity and thus oxidative stress and health conditions including psychiatric conditions. Basic strategies to lower our exposure.Links to resources mentioned in this podcast: Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep web site: https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/, my p...2022-02-2437 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastBecoming Open-HeartedIn this episode, I'll be addressing the topic of open-heartedness. I'm inviting those listening to join me in setting an intention of open-heartedness and perhaps making this Valentine's Day or, really any day, more meaningful.Subscribe to my newsletter (or learn more about root causes to brain symptoms)— https://www.courtneysnydermd.comPlease consider rating or reviewing, liking or commenting, if you'd like to help me get this information out into the world. You can engage at:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/courtneysnydermd/I...2022-02-1415 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastBecoming Open-HeartedIn this episode, I'll be addressing the topic of open-heartedness. I'm inviting those listening to join me in setting an intention of open-heartedness and perhaps making this Valentine's Day or, really any day, more meaningful.My goal with this podcast is to help people find answers and to challenge each of us to look at ourselves, our families, our culture and even humanity through a different lens - a lens that offers more possibility and more hope. Please consider rating or reviewing (or like or commenting, when possible), to help me get some of t...2022-02-1415 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastWhat We Can Learn From Marilyn MonroeIn this episode I'll discuss what Marilyn Monroe and her life have to teach us. It is well known that she struggled with her mental health. Her story raises a number of opportunities to discuss factors that can contribute to brain related symptoms including: attachment disruption trauma mast cell activation which is a from of inflammation nutrient imbalances which can be genetically acquired substance use environmental toxicityI'll also highlight her strengths beyond her beauty and the persona that she created.Mentioned in this podcast:Podcast on Methylation https://anchor.fm/courtney604/episodes...2022-02-0934 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastWhat We Can Learn From Marilyn MonroeIn this episode I'll discuss what Marilyn Monroe and her life have to teach us. It is well known that she struggled with her mental health. Her story raises a number of opportunities to discuss factors that can contribute to brain related symptoms including: attachment disruption trauma mast cell activation which is a from of inflammation nutrient imbalances which can be genetically acquired substance use environmental toxicityI'll also highlight her strengths beyond her beauty and the persona that she created.Mentioned in this podcast:2022-02-0934 min
THE LEADHER SHOW - Leadership, Mindset, Growth & Self-Publishing For WomenHow To Attract Abundance with Kyrsti SnyderToday's episode is about attracting abundance into your life - which could mean financially, or abundance in any other way (time, freedom, flexibility, things, relationships, etc.) Kyrsti Snyder is the CEO and founder of Kyrsti Snyder Inc., a company that empowers individuals to maximize their financial health, improve their self-image, and discover their hidden talents and potential. Find out more about Kyrsti by visiting theksnyder.com Order Kyrsti's new journal ATTRACTING ABUNDANCE from Amazon, HERE2022-01-2321 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Forgotten Foundation - Our First Three Years and Attachment Experience (4 of 4)In this episode I'll discuss: Symptoms of attachment disruption in children. How we can strengthen the foundation in all of our relationships (with our children, adult children, spouses, partners, and friends). How ultimately we can provide that loving responsive caregiver for ourselves.To learn more about the root causes of brain related conditions and subscribe to my newsletter visit CourtneySnyderMD.comVisit and subscribe to my YouTube channel, Courtney Snyder, MD - Holistic Psychiatrist, at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JF5homBrN3D38OEZlzxig2022-01-2028 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Forgotten Foundation - Our First Three Years and Attachment Experience (4 of 4)In this episode I'll discuss: Symptoms of attachment disruption in children. How we can strengthen the foundation in all of our relationships (with our children, adult children, spouses, partners, and friends). How ultimately we can provide that loving responsive caregiver for ourselves.Subscribe to my newsletter (or learn more about root causes to brain symptoms)— https://www.courtneysnydermd.comPlease consider rating or reviewing, liking or commenting, if you'd like to help me get this information out into the world. You can engage at:Facebook - h...2022-01-2028 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Forgotten Foundation - Our First Three Years and Attachment Experience (3 of 4)In this episode I'll discuss: The attachment spectrum. How attachment is measured. The four types of attachment styles. Information to help you recognize where you may fall on the attachment spectrum.I'll also provide tools that can help move all of us toward more secure attachment.To learn more about the vagus nerve (mentioned in this podcast) listen to my podcasts: The Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve and Accessing the Power of the Vagus Nerve. https://anchor.fm/courtney604/episodes/The-Healing-Power-of-the-Vagus-Nerve-in-Brain-Disorders-Part-1-of-2-eltj81https://anchor.fm/courtney604/episodes/Accessing-the-Power-of-the-Vagus-Nerve-Part-2-of-2-emecql2022-01-1034 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Forgotten Foundation - Our First Three Years and Attachment Experience (3 of 4)In this episode I'll discuss: The attachment spectrum. How attachment is measured. The four types of attachment styles. Information to help you recognize where you may fall on the attachment spectrum.I'll also provide tools that can help move all of us toward more secure attachment.To learn more about the vagus nerve (mentioned in this podcast) listen to my podcasts: The Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve and Accessing the Power of the Vagus Nerve. https://anchor.fm/courtney604/episodes/The-Healing-Power-of-the-Vagus-Nerve-in-Brain-Disorders-Part-1-of-2-eltj81h...2022-01-1034 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Forgotten Foundation - Our First Three Years & Attachment Experience (2 of 4)In this episode I'll discuss: The factors that impact this formative time in our and our children's lives. The potential role of attachment in genetic expression and how it appears to impact the differentiation of the right and left hemispheres of the brain.There doesn't have to be overt abuse or severe neglect. As parents, we can project our own unresolved conflicts onto our children.To learn more about the root causes of brain related conditions, visit CourtneySnyderMD.com2021-12-2720 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Forgotten Foundation - Our First Three Years & Attachment Experience (2 of 4)In this episode I'll discuss: The factors that impact this formative time in our and our children's lives. The potential role of attachment in genetic expression and how it appears to impact the differentiation of the right and left hemispheres of the brain.There doesn't have to be overt abuse or severe neglect. As parents, we can project our own unresolved conflicts onto our children.Subscribe to my newsletter (or learn more about root causes to brain symptoms)— https://www.courtneysnydermd.comPlease consider rating or rev...2021-12-2720 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Forgotten Foundation - Our First Three Years & Attachment Experience (1 of 4)In this episode I'll discuss:How we are shaped by our first three years of life and our earliest attachment experiences. How and why nature wired us for attachment. How our environment impacts this time.Becoming conscious or curious about this early time in our lives can bring clarity to why we think, feel, and act they way we do.To learn more about the root causes of brain related conditions, visit CourtneySnyderMD.com2021-12-2020 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastOur Forgotten Foundation - Our First Three Years & Attachment Experience (1 of 4)In this episode I'll discuss:How we are shaped by our first three years of life and our earliest attachment experiences. How and why nature wired us for attachment. How our environment impacts this time.Becoming conscious or curious about this early time in our lives can bring clarity to why we think, feel, and act they way we do.Subscribe to my newsletter (or learn more about root causes to brain symptoms)— https://www.courtneysnydermd.comPlease consider rating or reviewing, liking or commenting, if you'd li...2021-12-2020 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastElectromagnetic Hypersensitivity - A Lesser Known Root CauseIn this podcast, I'll discuss: What is EHS? How do electromagnetic fields (EMF) impact the brain? What symptoms (brain and physical) can EMF cause? How are children impacted? How is EHS diagnosed and treated? How can those with or without EHS lower exposure to EMF?Resources mentioned in this podcast: Environmental Health Trust Printable Fact Sheets - includes information about how to set up a sleep sanctuary and office setting.Antenna Search - to see nearest cell phone to...2021-11-2324 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastElectromagnetic Hypersensitivity - A Lesser Known Root CauseIn this podcast, I'll discuss: What is EHS? How do electromagnetic fields (EMF) impact the brain? What symptoms (brain and physical) can EMF cause? How are children impacted? How is EHS diagnosed and treated? How can those with or without EHS lower exposure to EMF?Resources mentioned in this podcast: Environmental Health Trust Printable Fact Sheets - includes information about how to set up a sleep sanctuary and office setting.Antenna Search - to see nearest cell phone towers.To learn more about the root causes of brain re...2021-11-2324 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastCopper Overload - A Common Biochemical Imbalance in Brain DisordersIn this podcast, I discuss Copper Overload (or Toxicity) - a nutrient imbalance that impacts specific neurotransmitters (dopamine and norepinephrine) and contributes to many brain related symptoms. This imbalance is impacting many with: ADD or ADHD High anxiety or panic Depression (90% of women with postpartum depression have high copper levels) Bipolar Disorder Angry outbursts, temper and rage Autism DementiaMany women and teens on birth control (or who have copper IUD's) and who have problems regulating copper are unknowingly being impacted.Subscribe to my ne...2021-11-1025 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastCopper Overload - A Common Biochemical Imbalance in Brain DisordersIn this podcast, I discuss Copper Overload (or Toxicity) - a nutrient imbalance that impacts specific neurotransmitters (dopamine and norepinephrine) and contributes to many brain related symptoms. This imbalance is impacting many with: ADD or ADHD High anxiety or panic Depression (90% of women with postpartum depression have high copper levels) Bipolar Disorder Angry outbursts, temper and rage Autism DementiaMany women and teens on birth control (or who have copper IUD's) and who have problems regulating copper are unknowingly being impacted.To learn more visit: CourtneySnyderMD.com2021-11-1025 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastPyrrole Disorder & Stress Induced Personality ChangesIn this episode I discuss Pyrrole Disorder - a common biochemical imbalance in brain disorders caused by an excessive production of HPL (a hydroxyhemopyrrolin). A hallmark of Pyrrole Disorder is poor stress intolerance. Other common symptoms can be social avoidance and/or temper outbursts. In this episode I'll answer: What are pyrrols? How does an overproduction contribute brain symptoms? What are the symptoms and traits (brain related and physical that can be seen) in adults and children? How can we become "pyrroluric"? How can I test my pyrrole level? How is Pyrrole Disorder treated?From the Walsh Rese...2021-10-3023 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastPyrrole Disorder & Stress Induced Personality ChangesIn this episode I discuss Pyrrole Disorder - a common biochemical imbalance in brain disorders caused by an excessive production of HPL (a hydroxyhemopyrrolin). A hallmark of Pyrrole Disorder is poor stress intolerance. Other common symptoms can be social avoidance and/or temper outbursts. In this episode I'll answer: What are pyrrols? How does an overproduction contribute brain symptoms? What are the symptoms and traits (brain related and physical that can be seen) in adults and children? How can we become "pyrroluric"? How can I test my pyrrole level? How is Pyrr...2021-10-3023 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastNutrient Based Psychiatry - Dr. William Walsh - His Story & DiscoveriesIn this podcast, I introduce the work of Dr. William Walsh and the Walsh Research Institute which studied nutrient levels in blood, urine and hair samples of 30,000 individuals with psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism and dementia. Through this research, they found "only six or seven nutrients (either by way of deficiency or overload) have a dramatic impact on mental health," and that by correcting these imbalances using nutrient protocols, that most individuals symptoms improved. Here I share a conversation I had with Dr. Walsh five years ago in which I heard his story, a...2021-10-0720 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastNutrient Based Psychiatry - Dr. William Walsh - His Story & DiscoveriesIn this podcast, I introduce the work of Dr. William Walsh and the Walsh Research Institute which studied nutrient levels in blood, urine and hair samples of 30,000 individuals with psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism and dementia. Through this research, they found "only six or seven nutrients (either by way of deficiency or overload) have a dramatic impact on mental health," and that by correcting these imbalances using nutrient protocols, that most individuals symptoms improved. Here I share a conversation I had with Dr. Walsh five years ago in which I heard his story, a...2021-10-0720 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastMaintaining Your Truth When Your Doctor Can't Hear YouIn this episode, I discuss the unfortunate though common reality for many with chronic complex illness (chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, lyme disease, mold toxicity, heavy metal toxicity, autoimmune conditions and mast cell activation or high immune reactivity). Not being heard by one's doctor, is also not uncommon for those with brain related symptoms and for parents, usually mothers, who are struggling to be heard as they seek help for their child with unusual symptoms. In this podcast, I'll discuss how modern medicine has been historically infused with bias, hierarchy and a focus on treating symptoms rather than the ro...2021-09-1426 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastMaintaining Your Truth When Your Doctor Can't Hear YouIn this episode, I discuss the unfortunate though common reality for many with chronic complex illness (chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, lyme disease, mold toxicity, heavy metal toxicity, autoimmune conditions and mast cell activation or high immune reactivity). Not being heard by one's doctor, is also not uncommon for those with brain related symptoms and for parents, usually mothers, who are struggling to be heard as they seek help for their child with unusual symptoms. In this podcast, I'll discuss how modern medicine has been historically infused with bias, hierarchy and a focus on treating symptoms rather than th...2021-09-1426 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastCandida, Carb Craving & Brain Related SymptomsIn this episode, I discuss what candida overgrowth actually is, what symptoms, from physical to brain related (brain fog, fatigue, depression, anxiety, inattention and more), why it occurs, how it is diagnosed and treated, why some people can have difficulties moving past yeast overgrowth and how this can be addressed. To learn more about the root causes of brain related symptoms, visit:www.CourtneySnyderMD.com2021-09-0822 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastCandida, Carb Craving & Brain Related SymptomsIn this episode, I discuss what candida overgrowth actually is, what symptoms, from physical to brain related (brain fog, fatigue, depression, anxiety, inattention and more), why it occurs, how it is diagnosed and treated, why some people can have difficulties moving past yeast overgrowth and how this can be addressed. Subscribe to my newsletter (or learn more about root causes to brain symptoms)— https://www.courtneysnydermd.comPlease consider rating or reviewing, liking or commenting, if you'd like to help me get this information out into the world. You can engage at:2021-09-0822 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastMethylation & Brain Health (With a Focus on Undermethylation)Of individuals with behavioral or mental disorders, 70% have a serious methylation imbalance. This is relative to 30% of the general population.In this podcast you'll learn about the role of methylation in brain health. I'll discuss how one can become undermethylated, symptoms, traits and associated diagnoses. And, I discuss how undermethylation (from a Walsh Research Institute perspective) is diagnosed and treated.To learn more visit: CourtneySnyderMD.comYou can find more information about the work of Dr. Walsh and the Walsh Research Institute at WalshInstitute.org and "Nutrient Power - Heal Yo...2021-08-3022 minHolistic Psychiatry PodcastMethylation & Brain Health (With a Focus on Undermethylation)Of individuals with behavioral or mental disorders, 70% have a serious methylation imbalance. This is relative to 30% of the general population.In this podcast you'll learn about the role of methylation in brain health. I'll discuss how one can become undermethylated, symptoms, traits and associated diagnoses. And, I discuss how undermethylation (from a Walsh Research Institute perspective) is diagnosed and treated.To learn more visit: CourtneySnyderMD.comYou can find more information about the work of Dr. Walsh and the Walsh Research Institute at WalshInstitute.org and "Nutrient Power - Heal Your Biochemistry and He...2021-08-3022 min
Don’t Yuck My YumYUMATHON #1: ZACK SNYDER’S JUSTICE LEAGUEIt’s as good as everyone is saying. In our first Yumathon we not only talk about Snyder League, but we compare it to Josstice League! Boy what a difference. Sorry this is long, there was a lot to cover. Enjoy! Love you!2021-03-301h 30
Cult Cinema Catacombs: These Films Exist!Zak Snyder's Justice LeagueOnce in a blue moon, a film becomes a cult film even before it gets released thanks to people. This is the case of the online fever around Snakes on A Plane when it came out. same can be said about Zak Snyder's Justice league, a film bullied into existence.
Now that it is here, the question is: how good is it compared to the Whedon cut. we find out for you.
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Holistic Psychiatry PodcastThe Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve (Part 2 of 2)In this episode I'll discuss signs and symptoms of vagal nerve dysfunction, how vagal tone can be measured using heart rate variability and the many ways to access the vagus nerve. Accessing the vagus nerve is important for everyone, but especially those with psychiatric conditions, autoimmune or other chronic health conditions. Subscribe to my newsletter (or learn more about root causes to brain symptoms)— https://www.courtneysnydermd.comPlease consider rating or reviewing, liking or commenting, if you'd like to help me get this information out into the world. You c...2020-11-1333 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastAccessing the Power of the Vagus Nerve (Part 2 of 2)In this episode I'll discuss signs and symptoms of vagal nerve dysfunction, how vagal tone can be measured using heart rate variability and the many ways to access the vagus nerve. Accessing the vagus nerve is important for everyone, but especially those with psychiatric conditions, autoimmune or other chronic health conditions. To learn more, visit www.courtneysnydermd.com2020-11-1333 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastThe Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve in Brain Disorders (Part 1 of 2)The proper functioning of the vagus nerve is what allows us to feel calm and relaxed and thus is one of the most important determinants of our physical and emotional wellbeing. In this podcast, I’ll discuss the many roles of the vagus - from peacemaker, overseer of many bodily functions, activist against inflammation, filter of sensory input to influencer of social communication (all the subtleties of communication beyond the words we say). While learning how to access calm from the body is useful for everyone, understanding the vagus nerve can help connect a lot of physical and brain rel...2020-11-0236 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastThe Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve in Brain Disorders (Part 1 of 2)The proper functioning of the vagus nerve is what allows us to feel calm and relaxed and thus is one of the most important determinants of our physical and emotional wellbeing. In this podcast, I’ll discuss the many roles of the vagus - from peacemaker, overseer of many bodily functions, activist against inflammation, filter of sensory input to influencer of social communication (all the subtleties of communication beyond the words we say). While learning how to access calm from the body is useful for everyone, understanding the vagus nerve can help connect a lot of physical and brain rel...2020-11-0236 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastSuicide, Suicidal Thoughts & Brain InflammationIn this episode, I'll be discussing what I would say is the root cause to suicide. When someone dies by suicide, the cultural story focuses on an emotionally stressful event. I'm going to be telling another story one that involves inflammation of the brain, Just as the joints and other parts of the body can be inflamed, so can the brain. It is likely when someone takes their life they've already had a degree of chronic brain inflammation before the emotional trigger takes it to another level. Here, I'll discuss the evolving research into brain inflammation and suicide separately. I'll be...2020-08-2028 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastSuicide, Suicidal Thoughts & Brain InflammationIn this episode, I'll be discussing what I would say is the root cause to suicide. When someone dies by suicide, the cultural story focuses on an emotionally stressful event. I'm going to be telling another story one that involves inflammation of the brain, Just as the joints and other parts of the body can be inflamed, so can the brain. It is likely when someone takes their life they've already had a degree of chronic brain inflammation before the emotional trigger takes it to another level. Here, I'll discuss the evolving research into brain inflammation and suicide separately. I'll be...2020-08-2028 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastCollege Student Mental Health Issues: Consider Mold ToxicityI start this episode with briefly discussing the startling statistics about student mental health and the stories our culture tells for why students are receiving more psychiatric diagnoses and even dropping out of college. Mainly, I will focus on the rarely considered - but, I will argue - very common root cause to mental health issues in college students - mold toxicity from dorms. I will explain how physiologically someone can go to college thriving and having great hope for the future to living in a dorm with mold (seen or unseen) and then go on to become diagnosed w...2020-08-0627 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastCollege Student Mental Health Issues: Consider Mold ToxicityI start this episode with briefly discussing the startling statistics about student mental health and the stories our culture tells for why students are receiving more psychiatric diagnoses and even dropping out of college. Mainly, I will focus on the rarely considered - but, I will argue - very common root cause to mental health issues in college students - mold toxicity from dorms. I will explain how physiologically someone can go to college thriving and having great hope for the future to living in a dorm with mold (seen or unseen) and then go on to become diagnosed w...2020-08-0627 min
Holistic Psychiatry PodcastWhat is Holistic & Functional Medicine Psychiatry?In this episode, I explain through my personal story, how and why I moved into this type of psychiatry. I explain the less know root causes of symptoms that I evaluate and address as a holistic psychiatrist, including nutrient imbalances, inflammation, the health of the microbiome, toxicity including biotoxins such as mold toxins, structural issues involving the head and neck impacting the cranial nerves including the vagus nerve, attachment history, trauma, chronic and persistent stress and how these impacts stress hormones which can trigger brain inflammation. I also address how a spiritual perspective (ie. learning to roll with uncertainty, fi...2020-07-2528 min