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Change Your Brain Every DayDr. Daniel Amen's 6 Family Rules to Raise Happy, Well-Behaved KidsIn this week's mini episode, Dr. Daniel Amen goes over 6 Family Rules to Raise Happy, Well-Behaved Kids.
2026-02-0603 minChange Your Brain Every Day7-Habits of Happiness with Dr. Daniel AmenIn this week's mini episode, Dr. Amen goes over the 7-most important habits of happiness as he has seen and evaluated in his nearly 40 years of being a Psychiatrist.
2026-01-3019 minChange Your Brain Every DayDr. Amen Unfiltered: His Most Candid Q&A Ever Why does your brain shut down when you need it most? Why do breakups hurt like physical pain? Does marijuana damage DNA? Can you inherit trauma from your parents? How do you stop relapsing—or stop hating yourself? In this rapid-fire Q&A, Dr. Amen answers the questions people are usually too afraid to ask, sharing the research-backed truths that might completely change how you see your mind, your habits, and your future. If you want real answers—not sugar-coated ones—don't miss this episode. What you'll learn: · The fastest techniques to reduce emotional pain · How to stop relapsing using a proven HALT · ...
2025-12-2928 minChange Your Brain Every Day22 Symptoms of Anxiety & Dr. Amen's SolutionsMany of us are feeling anxiety right now, which shouldn't be surprising in such an anxious time. But it's important we keep in mind that while appropriate anxiety is healthy, too much of it can do damage to our health. So how much anxiety is too much? In this chat, Dr. Daniel Amen gives you 22 symptoms of anxiety, so you can count off which ones apply to you and determine where you're at with your anxiety levels. He then gives you 4 simple solutions to help get your anxiety in check.
2025-11-2128 minChange Your Brain Every DaySedona Prince: On Battling Her Bipolar II Diagnosis, Past Emotional Trauma, EMDR Therapy & Peak PerformanceIn this week's episode, Daniel G. Amen, MD sits down with professional basketball star Sedona Prince. Sedona discusses her diagnosis with Bipolar II and past emotional trauma. Dr. Amen shares Sedona's brain SPECT scan results and provides a pathway for healing.
2025-08-181h 05
Danielle Lin Show: The Art of Living and Science of LifeHealing A.D.D. – Daniel G. AmenThe Breakthrough Program to Help You HealGuest: Daniel G. Amen, Medical Director, Amen Clinics As a spokesperson for the human brain, bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen bears testimony to the brilliant ... The post Healing A.D.D. – Daniel G. Amen appeared first on Danielle Lin Show.
2025-06-2652 minChange Your Brain Every DayDaniel Gokey on Past Trauma & His Battle with Scrupulous OCD (EXCLUSIVE)In this powerful episode, singer and former American Idol finalist Daniel Gokey reveals what he calls his "deep, dark secret"—scrupulous OCD. For the first time publicly, he shares how obsessive religious thoughts convinced him he was beyond forgiveness. Dr. Amen explains this misunderstood OCD subtype and how Gokey's brain scans uncovered the root of his terrifying thoughts—and helped chart a path to overcoming scrupulosity. 00:00 Intro 01:17 Sponsor 02:26 Daniel/Scrupulous OCD 05:22 OCD and Sin 08:36 Fear of Damnation 12:41 Compulsive Behaviors 16:14 Thought Discipline 20:40 The Concept of "...
2025-03-3150 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow Improving Brain Health Can Change The Way You Look, Feel, and Thrive with Dr Andrew Newberg and Dr Daniel Monti Dr Daniel Amen sits down with colleagues and friends Dr Andrew Newberg and Dr Daniel Monti to talk about their upcoming collaborative book Brain Weaver: Creating the Fabric for a Healthy Mind through Integrative Medicine.
2021-07-0945 min
Change Your Brain Every DayDr Daniel and Tana Amen Answer Brain Warrior's Burning QuestionsTackling every subject from antidepressants, effects of the vaccine, to how to deal with family issues; Dr Daniel and Tana Amen answer listeners' and viewers' questions in an exciting "Ask Me Anything" segment.
2021-06-0713 min
Change Your Brain Every DayCan Mental Health Issues be Passed Down from Generation to Generation?Some people have mental health issues that seem to come from nowhere, and with no explanation. Could it be that these issues are actually a gift from your ancestors, even though they seem to have no cause for occurring in your own life? The answer may surprise you. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss Daniel's favorite dragon from his 'Dragons from the Past', which is the Ancestral Dragon. Dr. Amen and Tana explain just how mental health traits are handed down, and how to recognize when they may be an...
2021-03-0314 min
Change Your Brain Every DayLearned Helpless: What is It? (And How to Reverse It!)Depression was at epidemic levels even before the pandemic, but once the quarantine period began, it quickly jumped to 28%. That's more than one in 4 people suffering! As Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen explain in their new PBS special 'Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, Trauma & Grief', taming the Hopeless & Helpless Dragons that leave you feeling depressed can be achieved by recognizing patterns of something called 'learned helplessness'. Watch the brand new TV special from Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen "Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, Trauma & Grief" on PBS now! Check you local listings for showtimes.
2021-03-0215 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow to Ease the Three Major Types of GriefIn Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen's new PBS special 'Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, Trauma & Grief' they discuss the dragons from the past that breathe fire on the emotional centers of the brain. Perhaps one of the most prevalent of these dragons during the pandemic is the Grief and Loss Dragon. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Amen describes the three major types of grief, what triggers them, how they manifest, and what you can do to ease the resulting negative feelings. Watch the brand new TV special from Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen "O...
2021-03-0122 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow to Come to Terms with Fear of DyingPerhaps the most common of all dragons from the past discussed in Dr. Amen's new book "Your Brain is Always Listening' is the dreaded 'Death Dragon'. This is the fear of death that can seriously hinder your mental health if you aren't able to keep it in check. In the final episode of this week's series, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen discuss the many origins of this Death Dragon, as well as its common triggers. Finally, they give you practical tips to put death into proper perspective, so you can live a free and productive life. For m...
2021-02-2511 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhat Brings Out Judgmental Tendencies in People?In Dr. Daniel Amen's new book 'Your Brain is Always Listening', he describes the dragons from the past that breathe fire on your emotional brain. One of Tana Amen's primary dragons is the 'Judgmental Dragon', which can have surprising origins. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Amen and Tana dive into the details of these dragons, illustrating what typically causes them, what triggers them in a situation, and how to keep them under control. For more info on Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Your Brain is Always Listening", visit https://yourbrainisalwayslistening.com/
2021-02-2413 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Biology of AngerWhy are some of us so quick to bursts of anger, road rage, or having negative thoughts about others while others seem to stay cool, calm, and collected despite the circumstances? The answer may lie in our biology. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen continue their examination of the dragons from the past from the Dr. Amen's new book 'Your Brain is Always Listening'. This focus of this episode is on what triggers our 'Angry Dragon', how it manifests in our brain, and what we can do to tame them.
2021-02-2314 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Difference Between Blame and ResponsibilityResponsibility is one of Tana's favorite words because it's a word that helped her get through a difficult time in her life. However, many people tend to confuse the word 'responsibility' with 'blame', which can lead to problems. As Tana and Dr. Daniel Amen share in this episode, the two words have quite different meanings. This concept, taken from Dr. Amen's upcoming book 'Your Brain is Always Listening', explains why those who take on responsibility need to make sure that self-care is always taken into account first before the needs of others. For more info on Dr...
2021-02-2214 min
Change Your Brain Every DayUnderstanding the Mindset of Spoiled and Entitled PeopleWhen people have a sense of being special, spoiled, or entitled, dealing with them can be a nightmare. However, it's even worse if those entitled feelings are your own. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen discuss the Special, Spoiled, and Entitled Dragon, referenced from Dr. Amen's new book "Your Brain is Always Listening". Learn the importance of letting go of feelings that the world owes you, and why taking responsibility can be a game changer. For more info on Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Your Brain is Always Listening", v...
2021-02-1813 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow Feelings of Guilt & Shame Manifest in Your BrainFeelings of guilt and shame can cause people to do terrible things, like self-harming behaviors. Therefore it's vital to know where these feelings are coming from and how to keep them from overwhelming you. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen are continuing their discussion of the 'dragons from the past' outlined in Dr. Amen's new book "Your Brain is Always Listening". The focus of this episode is the Should & Shaming Dragon: What triggers it, how it manifests, and how to tame it. For more info on Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Your B...
2021-02-1711 min
Change Your Brain Every DayTaming the Dragons of Past TraumaIn this week's series of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen go into more detail on the dragons from the past that can breathe fire on the emotional centers of the brain. Although these dragons can cause havoc in your life, when you learn how they originate and how to tame them, you can make your life so much better. This episode features the Wounded Dragons that are the result of past traumas. For more info on Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Your Brain is Always Listening", visit https://yourbrainisalwayslistening.com/
2021-02-1614 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhat Causes Anxiety in the Brain?In Dr. Daniel Amen's new book "Your Brain is Always Listening" he describes the 'dragons from the past' that can breathe fire on your emotional brain. The most common of these is the Anxious Dragon, which has been especially dangerous during this pandemic. In this episode of the podcast, Daniel and Tana Amen discuss what triggers the anxious dragon, and what you can do to tame it. For more info on Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Your Brain is Always Listening", visit https://yourbrainisalwayslistening.com/
2021-02-1513 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhat Makes a Person Feel Inferior or Flawed?In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen continue their discussion on the dragons from the past featured in Daniel's brand-new book, "Your Brain is Always Listening." The dragon discussed in this episode, the Inferior and Flawed Dragon, can be especially dangerous, as it is the dragon that tends to drive depression and suicide. Daniel and Tana give you the common triggers for this dragon, as well as the tools you need to tame it so you can live a happier, fuller life. For more info on Dr. Daniel Amen's n...
2021-02-1110 min
Change Your Brain Every DayOvercome Feelings of Being InvisibleIn this special multi-part series of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen discuss at length the most important concepts explored in Dr. Amen's new book, "Your Brain is Always Listening." In this episode, the focus is on the Abandoned, Invisible, and Insignificant Dragon, which was one of Daniel's biggest obstacles growing up. Daniel reveals how living with this dragon shaped him into who he is today. For more info on Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Your Brain is Always Listening", visit https://yourbrainisalwayslistening.com/
2021-02-1012 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Father/Son Stress Cycle – What to Do?In Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Your Brain is Always Listening", he discusses how the different types of dragons from the past can breathe fire on your emotional brain, causing you to feel anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. In this chapter, Dr. Amen and his wife Tana discuss the fascinating story that opens the book, which revolves around the brain health issues experienced by the son of a notorious drug kingpin, and why recognizing and taming dragons from the past was crucial for his healing. For more info on Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Your Brain is A...
2021-02-0913 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Amen's 'Resetting' Strategies to Balance Your LifeIn this week's series of the podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen take an in-depth examination of the process of resetting yourself and redefining your goals. In the last episode of this series, the Amens discuss why it's so important to strike a balance with all of the different aspects of your life, such as family, work, finances, and health. The strategies they give in this episode will help you to find and maintain that balance necessary for a happy, purposeful life.
2021-01-2112 min
Change Your Brain Every DayTana's Tips for Dealing with an Addiction in the FamilyAddiction played a major role in shaping Tana Amen into the woman she is today. Yet interestingly, none of these addictions were her own. Rather they were the addictions of those closest to her. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Tana and Dr. Daniel Amen give you some of their best, most practical tips for handling an addiction in the family. For more information on Tana's new book, "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child", visit relentless courage.com For info on Tana Amen's upcoming free live virtual event, visit tanaamen.com/e...
2020-12-0310 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhen Unconditional Love Isn't EnoughNo one ever said parenting was an easy job. There's a lot of work that goes into helping kids grow into functioning, stable adults, and as referenced in this week's highlighted story from Tana Amen's new book, sometimes even unconditional love isn't enough. Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen draw on one of the most dramatic stories from "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child" to illustrate how hard a child's life can be when addiction is present in the household, as well as what happened when the Amens were unexpectedly thrown into parent/caretaker roles for someone else's...
2020-12-0212 min
Change Your Brain Every DayAddiction and Families: Finding Strength Within ChaosIn this week's series of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen continue their discussion on the many lessons and anecdotes taken from Tana's highly anticipated memoir "The Reluctant Courage of a Scared Child". Tana's life had seemed to finally find some stable ground when a fateful late-night phone call brought along yet another helping of chaos. A family member had lost custody of her children and turned to Tana and Daniel for help. While it seemed to be another one of life's setbacks, this sequence of events turned out to be one of the...
2020-11-3011 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhat is Pseudo-Dementia, and What Causes It?Just as Tana Amen was just beginning her new relationship with Daniel, an unexpected phone call upended her life. Her estranged father, with whom Tana's relationship had been strained, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. However, when Daniel scanned his brain, what they found not only surprised everyone, but it also left the door open for reconciliation. This episode of the podcast chronicles the turbulent, but ultimately uplifting story of Tana and her father. For more information on Tana's new book, "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child", visit relentlesscourage.com For info on Tana Amen's upcoming f...
2020-11-2612 min
Change Your Brain Every DayEMDR: Getting Over Past Trauma for GoodWhen Daniel and Tana Amen first began their relationship, Tana was carrying plenty of baggage from her past experiences. Daniel suggested a unique treatment method for getting over trauma, but Tana wasn't convinced. Yet when she finally gave in and decided to give it a try, it changed everything. In this episode of the podcast, the Amens explain what EMDR is, and how it can help you to finally leave your traumas where they belong - in the past. For more information on Tana's new book, "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child", visit relentlesscourage.com
2020-11-2513 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhen Dr. Amen Met TanaA brain health love story for the ages, the fateful encounter between Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen sparked the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the brain health revolution. In this week of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen examine some of the lessons and anecdotes from Tana's highly anticipated new book "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child". This episode reveals how the two met, and how bumpy beginnings eventually led to happily ever after. For more information on Tana's new book, "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child", visit r...
2020-11-2314 min
Danielle Lin ShowHealing A.D.D. – Daniel G. AmenThe Breakthrough Program to Help You HealGuest: Daniel G. Amen, Medical Director, Amen Clinics As a spokesperson for the human brain, bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen bears testimony to the brilliant ... The post Healing A.D.D. – Daniel G. Amen appeared first on Danielle Lin Show.
2020-11-1152 min
Change Your Brain Every DayDr. Amen's Strategies to Deal with Long-Term StressLong-term stress can cause havoc on your brain, immune system, and overall sense of well-being. When the weight of your stresses don't seem to be going away, it's vital to take action to get your brain under control. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen give you some practical strategies brain warriors can use to heal the brain and body and reduce the effects of long-term stress.
2020-10-1314 min
Change Your Brain Every DayTheir Therapist Told Them to Get Divorced. Here's Why They Didn'tIn this episode of the podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen share more content from the sixth and final week of The End of Mental Illness Live Class. This episode features the story of Dave and Bonnie, a married couple who always seemed to be fighting. After finally failing marital therapy, they went to Amen Clinics as a last resort. What they discovered in one session saved their marriage and changed everything in their lives.
2020-09-2917 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow to Overcome Your Genetic BiasesDr. Daniel Amen often says that when it comes to positivity training, positive thinking isn't necessarily the goal. What is most helpful is ACCURATE thinking, or thinking objectively without bias. But what if you seem to have a never-ending stream of negativity and stress in your thoughts? Surprisingly, this may be due to your genes. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen continue the discussion from the End of Mental Illness Live Class by discussing how to overcome your genetic biases. To take The End of Mental Illness 6 Week Class and Challenge, visit...
2020-09-0214 min
Change Your Brain Every DayDo You Have COVID-19 Depression?Dr. Daniel Amen has often said that in this pandemic, mental hygiene is as important as washing your hands, and the recent spike in brain health issues certainly supports this. But what if your suffering is going under the radar? In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen go over some of the telltale signs that you may be experiencing COVID depression, even though the symptoms may not at first seem obvious.
2020-08-2411 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow to Improve Your Brain the Natural WayPsychiatrists often jump straight to meds as a first-line defense against brain health issues. However, Dr. Daniel Amen believes that while medication can be effective for many people, there are safer, more natural methods that should be explored first. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Daniel and Tana Amen share another segment from The End of Mental Illness live class featuring content on supplements and strategies you can use which can be specifically tailored to your brain. For more info on The End of Mental Illness live class and challenge, visit https://endofmentalillness.com...
2020-07-2319 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhat You Need to Know About Your Cerebellum, with Mary SchlesingerDr. Daniel Amen says that the brain is like the Rodney Dangerfield of the brain – it gets no respect. In fact, despite being 10% of the brain's mass, it uses half of the brain's neurons. So why is the cerebellum such an important part of the brain, and what happens when it has trouble? In this episode, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen are joined by interactive metronome expert Mary Schlesinger for a discussion on how the cerebellum affects your coordination and processing. For more information on interactive metronome training, visit https://www.amenclinics.com/services/interactive-metronome-training/
2020-06-2913 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhat a Penguin can Teach You About Being a Better ParentWhen Dr. Amen took his son to Sea Life Park, the last thing he was expecting to get out of it was a lesson in parenting. But that's exactly what he got, and he got it from a penguin! In the third episode in a series about parenting during a pandemic, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss some of the many parenting lessons they've learned to be most effective.
2020-05-1315 min
Change Your Brain Every DayA Limited Series: Take The Brain Health ChallengeIn this new limited series of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give you lessons from their acclaimed live class and brain health challenge. Each week, Daniel and Tana will discuss how you can get your brain right, no matter where it's at right now. This first episode highlights how a simple revolution in brain health is changing everything.
2020-03-2310 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Surprising Places Hidden Toxins Lie, with Dr. David and Daniel Root & Anne-Marie PrincipeToxic exposure is everywhere in our lives, and most of us have no idea. However, by both being aware of the toxins enough to avoid them, and by taking the time to periodically detoxify your body, you can make a drastic improvement in your health and longevity. In this last episode of a series with Dr. David and Daniel Root & Anne-Marie Principe, they and the Amens discuss which toxins you should be on the lookout for.
2020-02-1311 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow Do You Know if You Need a Detox? with Dr. David and Daniel Root & Anne-Marie PrincipeIf you think detox is only for recovering addicts, you may be off the mark. In fact, practically every day we are all being bombarded by toxins in the food we eat and in the air we breathe. So would a detox have any effect on your own health? In this third episode of a series with Dr. David and Daniel Root and 9-11 survivor Anne-Principe, they discuss all things detox, and who can benefit the most from it.
2020-02-1212 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThis Detoxification Could Change Your Life, with Dr. David and Daniel Root & Anne-Marie PrincipeDr. David and Daniel Root became fascinated with the process of body detoxification when they saw significant results with their patients. But in Daniel's case, it was the health struggles of a loved one that opened his eyes. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, the Roots give their unique and efficient method of clearing toxins from the body. Hint: It involves saunas…
2020-02-1113 min
Outer Limits Of Inner TruthThe Brain Warrior's Way with Dr. Daniel G. AmenThe Brain Warrior’s Way with Dr. Daniel G. Amen Dr. Daniel G. Amen believes that brain health is central to all health and success. When your brain works right, he says, you work right; and when your brain is troubled you are much more likely to have trouble in your life. His work is dedicated to helping people have better brains and better lives. The Washington Post called Dr. Amen the most popular psychiatrist in America and Sharecare named him the web’s #1 most influential expert and advocate on mental health. Dr. Amen is a physician, double board certified psyc...
2019-10-1936 min
Change Your Brain Every DayBrain in the News: Are Our Skulls Out-Evolving Us?It's time for "Brain in the News," our weekly brain health news roundup, where Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen go over all the latest news in brain health from the Amen angle. This week's stories include recent findings of cancer risk in tap water, a spike in suicides in the military, usage of St. John's Wort to help treat symptoms of menopause, and a fascinating scientific claim that human skulls are evolving in a way that could ultimately be detrimental to our health.
2019-10-1613 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhat is Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment (HBOT) and How Does it Work?In the second episode of a series on healing with oxygen, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen take you under the hood to see exactly how hyperbaric oxygen treatment works, and why it can be effective when other treatment types have been less successful. Daniel and Tana also break down the many circumstances in which hyperbaric oxygen can be efficiently used, ranging from reducing simple inflammation to saving someone's life.
2019-10-1509 min
Change Your Brain Every DayBrain in the News: What Can Parents Do About Cyberbullying?In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen look at some of the current news stories involving the brain. This installment includes an in-depth look at cyberbullying. Dr. Amen and Tana give you some of the characteristics to look for in your own child's life, as well as tips for effective ways to approach the subject to make them feel safe and supported.
2019-10-0215 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Healthy Habits You Need to Change Your Brain + BodyIn this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen dive into some of our listener questions to give you the answers you need to get your brain and body right. This episode tackles such topics as brain types, help for focus, and taking supplements before and after general anesthesia for a surgery. If you'd like Daniel and Tana to answer your question in an episode, be sure to visit brainwarriorswaypodcast.com to submit.
2019-09-0508 min
Change Your Brain Every DayMasters of Your Health: The Good Ruler vs. The Evil RulerIn this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen continue to discuss some of the concepts from Dr. Amen's upcoming PBS special, "Change Your Brain, Heal Your Mind." Dr. Amen introduces the concept of the evil ruler and the good ruler to look at some of the strategies our society uses to create either health or illness, and how you can adopt the strategies that help you, rather than hurt you.
2019-09-0311 min
Change Your Brain Every DayIf You Change Your Brain, Can It Heal Your Mind?Mental Illness affects us all, and the rate of mental illness continues to skyrocket despite the widespread use of prescription medications. But as Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen illustrate, we're on the cusp of a revolution in psychiatry that will change mental health care forever. In this first episode of a series based on Dr. Amen's upcoming PBS special, the Amens describe the reason for this exciting new revolution, and how it's likely to play out.
2019-09-0213 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow to Get Rid of Brain FogIn this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen dive into the mail bag to answer some listener questions. Daniel and Tana discuss such topics as treating schizophrenia, suggestions for clearing brain fog, and the effects of ADD medications on specific brain types. Visit brainwarriorswaypodcast.com to submit your own questions!
2019-08-1516 min
Change Your Brain Every DayTips to Have a Better Brain and Better Grades with Alize CastellanosClass in is session! In this fourth and final episode with Alize Castellanos, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen wrap up their two-week long series on changing your brain and changing your grades. Dr. Amen, Tana, and Alize tackle such subjects as morning routines, communication styles, and how to remember that your teacher is a person, too, and treat them accordingly.
2019-08-0812 min
Change Your Brain Every DayChange Your Brain, Change Your Grades with Chloe AmenThe surprising #1 fear for most Americans isn't heights, spiders, or clowns, but speaking in public. Many tense up in fear just thinking about getting up in front of the class or workplace to give a presentation. So how can you stay cool, calm, and collected when your name gets called? In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen, Tana Amen, and their daughter Chloe give you practical tips to keep your head and face those fears.
2019-08-0116 min
Change Your Brain Every DayCan Eating Certain Foods Make it Harder to Focus? With Chloe AmenOne of the most overlooked factors when determining success at school is nutrition habits. You may be surprised to hear that the type of food you send your child off to school with may play a huge role in how well they're able to focus in class. In the third episode in a series on the brain at school, Dr. Daniel Amen, Tana, and their daughter Chloe share some insight on how to properly fuel the brain to ace those tests.
2019-07-3113 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow Different Brain Types Affect Study Habits with Chloe AmenWhen it comes to study habits and organization, finding the right balance in your routine can mean the difference between success and failure. However, that balance can be entirely different for people with different brain types. In the second episode of a series on the brain at school, Dr. Amen and Tana are again joined by their daughter Chloe for a discussion on how to optimize your brain to best set you up for success in the classroom.
2019-07-3015 min
Change Your Brain Every DaySuccess at School: This Factor is More Important Than Grades with Chloe AmenFor some people, the education system can be a breeze. For others, struggle and frustration is the name of the game. However, when it comes to predicting success in life, grades aren't necessarily the best metric. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana are joined by their daughter Chloe, co-author of the new book, "Change Your Brain, Change Your Grades", for a discussion on the most important focus points for students.
2019-07-2912 min
Change Your Brain Every DayCan Your Thoughts Change Your Body's Chemistry?Words matter. Not just for those that hear them, but also for those that speak them. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, the third in a series on the power of words, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen describe what happens inside your body and brain when certain types of words are spoken or heard, whether aloud or merely inside your head. Daniel and Tana also discuss how this info can be a useful tool in interactions between parents and their children.
2019-07-1712 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Psychology Behind Failed RelationshipsIn this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen continue their discussion on how to ruin a marriage. This episode focuses on the psychological aspects that tend to permeate bad relationships. Daniel and Tana help you to recognize certain destructive patterns and make the psychological adjustments that will improve the health of any relationship.
2019-07-0211 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Amen's Simple Guidelines for Optimal Nutrition Pt. IIIn this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen wrap up their discussion on nutrition from the Amen Clinics company-wide presentation. Here you will learn the final nutrition guidelines you can use to properly arm you against the weapons of mass destruction out there that try to destroy your health and well-being.
2019-05-1617 min
Change Your Brain Every DayDr. Amen's Ultimate Guide to Gut HealthClass is in session! In this special series of the Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, you are invited to a special private Amen Clinics company presentation on nutrition. This first episode tells you everything you need to know about the health of your gut, and why it's crucial to your overall health.
2019-05-1315 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Single Most Important Tip for Stronger RelationshipsIn this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen continue their discussion on brain-centric relationship advice, with some help from none other than Amen Clinics' own Natalie Buchoz. This episode features more tips on habits and behaviors that will strengthen your intimate relationships, including a dramatic shift in thinking that can deepen personal connections.
2019-04-0411 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow To Heal from a Head Injury / TBIIn the fourth and final episode in a series about hidden brain injuries, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give you a step-by-step process to counter the negative effects that come with suffering a brain injury. Armed with Dr. Amen's simple pneumonic, you'll have all the tools you need to avoid suffering and start feeling (and behaving) better.
2019-03-2815 min
Change Your Brain Every Day7 Words That Are Your Key to Brain HealthIn Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, he uses a powerful mnemonic to help you remember seven important concepts crucial to your brain health. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen teach you the details of how BRAIN XL can change your life for good.
2018-12-2614 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Biggest Takeaways from Dr. Amen's New BookAs we wrap up the discussion of topics covered in Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, Daniel and Tana discuss the major takeaways you can plant in your own life right now. Learn how these tiny habits can make an enormous difference in your life and leave you feeling better fast.
2018-12-2412 min
Change Your Brain Every DayDr. Amen's Tips for a Brain Healthy HolidayFor most of us, the holidays are typically the least healthy time of year. So what do we do to keep ourselves accountable and feeling great through our holiday break? In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give you the tips you need to make it through the holidays with your brain health intact.
2018-12-1816 min
Change Your Brain Every DayDo You Really Need Nutritional Supplements?Those who argue against the need for nutritional supplements state that supplements aren't necessary if you're eating a proper, balanced diet. And they're not wrong. However, the problem with this thinking, as Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen address in this episode, is that virtually none of us are eating a proper, balanced diet. With the food industries prevalent in today's culture, this task is practically impossible. Dr. Amen draws on material from his new book Feel Better Fast and Make It Last to give you tips on how to implement supplements in your diet to counteract your deficiencies.
2018-11-2211 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHere is How Humans Experience Feelings of HappinessDr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen continue their discussion on inspiration by giving you tons of simple and effective tips to increase that "dopamine drip," leaving you feeling healthy and positive. You can find plenty more examples of these feel-good techniques in Dr. Amen's brand new book, Feel Better Fast and Make it Last, out now at book retailers everywhere.
2018-11-1412 min
Change Your Brain Every DayDopamine: Can You Have Too Much?Deep in your brain lies the nucleus accumbens, which plays a major role in how we as humans experience happiness. But what happens when we overload our brains' pleasure centers? Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen dive into some material from Daniel's new book Feel Better Fast and Make it Last to explain how to properly feed your brains with the stimuli that will leave you feeling happy.
2018-11-1212 min
Change Your Brain Every DayIs Your Communication Style Sabotaging Your Life?Many of us are frustrated when our relationships don't give us what we want. However, this failure is usually due to a faulty approach in our own methods of communication. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen pull material from Dr. Amen's brand-new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, to teach us effective communication strategies such as assertiveness, time management, and personal inquiry.
2018-11-0708 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhy It's Important to Pay Attention To Your Subconscious CommunicationWhether we'd like to admit it or not, our own behaviors subconsciously teach other people how to treat us. So how can we teach others to treat us better? In this episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen use some of the material from Dr. Amen's new book Feel Better Fast and Make It Last to teach us the communication skills that will keep us from being constantly treated poorly.
2018-11-0614 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Prefrontal Cortex: How to Reduce Your Impulsive UrgesThe prefrontal cortex is a part of your brain that plays a major role in how you make decisions in your life. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen touch on some of the material from Dr. Amen's new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, that relates to the prefrontal cortex, and how you can take care of it to improve your decision-making process.
2018-10-2513 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow To Optimize Your Brain Right NowAs Daniel G. Amen, M.D., explains in his brand-new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, optimizing the brain is one of the most effective ways to put yourself on the path to feeling better. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Amen is joined by his wife Tana for more brain-healthy advice on topics such as getting your important numbers checked, diet, and sleep issues.
2018-10-2412 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhat if Mental Health was Really Brain Health?In his new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, Daniel G. Amen, M.D., stresses the importance brain health has on your overall well-being. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Amen and his wife Tana continue with their tips on maximizing your brain to feel better fast, tackling such topics as immunity, infections, mental health issues, and toxins.
2018-10-2314 minChange Your Brain Every DayWhat if Mental Health was Really Brain Health?In his new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, Daniel G. Amen, M.D., stresses the importance brain health has on your overall well-being. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Amen and his wife Tana continue with their tips on maximizing your brain to feel better fast, tackling such topics as immunity, infections, mental health issues, and toxins.
2018-10-2314 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow You Can Take Better Care of Your Brain Without Going to the DoctorIn Daniel G. Amen, M.D., new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, he outlines the steps you can take to get yourself feeling right quickly. The first step is all about the brain. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Amen and his wife Tana give you helpful tips to take better care of your brain.
2018-10-2215 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThis is Your Brain on MeditationIn his brand-new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, Daniel G. Amen, MD's describes how you can harness your mind to steer your thoughts towards feelings of relaxation and happiness. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen discuss the amazing ways that meditation, hypnosis, and visualization can cause physical changes that leave you feeling better fast.
2018-10-1713 minChange Your Brain Every DayThis is Your Brain on MeditationIn his brand-new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, Daniel G. Amen, MD's describes how you can harness your mind to steer your thoughts towards feelings of relaxation and happiness. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen discuss the amazing ways that meditation, hypnosis, and visualization can cause physical changes that leave you feeling better fast.
2018-10-1713 min
Change Your Brain Every DayThe Fight or Flight Response: Our Body's Response to StressIn the second episode based on material from Daniel G. Amen MD's new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen discuss how our evolutionary fight or flight response can affect our stress levels. They describe how our habits in dealing with this response can lead to unhealthy chronic stress, as well as what you can do to get those feelings under control when they strike unexpectedly.
2018-10-1614 min
Change Your Brain Every DayIs It Possible to Feel Better Fast and Make It Last?In anticipation of the release of Daniel G. Amen, MD's new book, Feel Better Fast and Make It Last, Dr. Amen and Tana discuss the importance of making decisions that lead to happiness, in both the short term and the long term. Dr. Amen also introduces us to the mnemonic, "BRAIN XL," which you can use anytime to help remind you of these helpful principles.
2018-10-1513 min
Change Your Brain Every DayWhy Our Brains Aren't Programmed To Face Rejection With Chloe AmenThroughout our lives, there will inevitably be times we face rejection. Whether it's the outcome of a job interview or asking out a crush, rejection can radically affect our self-esteem. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Tana Amen is joined by her daughter Chloe, an aspiring actress, for a conversation on why it's so important to reframe the way we think about rejection.
2018-10-0921 min
Change Your Brain Every DayAre We Sending Kids to College Too Early?Studies show there is a massive uptick in depression, anxiety and even suicide among college students. What could be the reasons for this? In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen describe how timing in brain development may be a major factor in how a young person handles their college experience. Daniel and Tana also illustrate which supplements may help to combat these issues.
2018-10-0814 min
Change Your Brain Every DayIrlen Syndrome: What is it?In the third episode of a series on brain injuries, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss Irlen Syndrome, a condition often caused by brain trauma. Daniel and Tana describe the symptoms of Irlen Syndrome, as well as discuss how treatment options can help you get your life back.
2018-09-2612 min
Change Your Brain Every DayDr. Amen's Tips for Building Stronger Relationships in LifeIn the last episode of "Attachment week", Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the RELATING method, which gives practical tips for improving relationships. These tips are effective whether they are used for relationships with your partner, your children, or even your work associates.
2018-08-2215 min
Change Your Brain Every DayHow We Are Fixing Gary Busey's Brain- Pt. 2 with Gary BuseyDr. 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 to discuss the intervention techniques laid out for Gary to help him get his brain back on track. Dr. Amen describes how Gary can address all of the BRIGHT MINDS risk factors that play a part in his brain function.
2018-06-0625 minChange Your Brain Every DayMarijuana vs. AlcoholNeither 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 episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen weigh in on the effects that alcohol and marijuana can have on your brain and body.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 episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen weigh in on...
2018-03-0810 minChange Your Brain Every DayWhat would you do if Disaster was Coming?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 imminent attack in your area, what would you do? How would you react? Is there anything you could do to better your chances of safety? Daniel and Tana share their personal perspectives.
2018-01-2616 minChange Your Brain Every DayPressure & Social Media: How Can You Get Your Kids to Confide In You? with Chloe AmenIn 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 their children to open up and be honest with them. Kids' experience is much different these days, and with many of them trying harder and harder to be noticed on social media, it often causes a disengagement in real life. Learn how to take the steps necessary to understand your children and lead by example, and they will likely find it easier to open up and connect with you.
2018-01-1716 minChange Your Brain Every DayParenting: Can Vulnerability Be a Good Thing? with Chloe AmenIn 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's development. Letting other people control how you feel will only hold you back, but when you tell yourself that being vulnerable is being bold, you'll open yourself up to the opportunities that are only available when you let go of that fear.
2018-01-1615 minChange Your Brain Every DayOpioids & Mental Health in America: What To KnowDr. Daniel Amen's recent visit to the White House to discuss our country's opioid epidemic raised plenty of questions about how addiction can be treated or prevented. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the current state of heroin use, the most current and effective methods for treating this deadly addiction, and strategies to keep your children from exposing themselves to opiates.
2017-11-2916 minChange Your Brain Every DayWomen Have More Active Brains Than Men: World's Largest Brain StudyAmen Clinics recently published the largest functional brain imaging study to date, examining the differences between the brains of men and women. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the gender differences in how our brains are wired.
2017-08-2313 minChange Your Brain Every DayAttacking Alzheimer's Disease: A Special Edition Interview with Maria ShriverIn this special edition, double length episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by the former first lady of California, Maria Shriver. After losing her father to Alzheimer's, Maria founded The Women's Alzheimer's Movement to help in research and awareness of this devastating disease. In this discussion, Dr. Daniel Amen, Tana, and Maria touch on the risk factors for Alzheimer's and what you can do to prevent it in your family. Maria also talks about Move For Minds, a special Alzheimer's benefit event held in eight cities across the country.
2017-05-0826 minChange Your Brain Every DayThe Amen Solution Rapid Fire Q&A Session - Part 3We hope you're enjoying your weekend. Today's episode is the third installment in our four part The Amen Solution Q&A session. Enjoy your weekend treat.
2017-03-2509 minChange Your Brain Every DayThe Amen Solution Q&A Session - Part 2This weekend, we're bringing you the second part of our Q&A sessions for The Amen Solution. Be sure to head back to Episode 99 if you haven't listened to it. We hope you enjoy.
2017-03-1808 minChange Your Brain Every DayThree Biggest Life & Health Lessons by Working @ Amen Clinics with Dr. Daniel EminaDr. Daniel Emina is a child/adolescent and adult psychiatrist who earned his medical degree from the University of California Los Angeles School of Medicine, and completed his general residency in psychiatry and child/adolescent fellowship at the University of Hawaii Department of Psychiatry. His training was modeled on a bio/psych/social/spiritual/cultural understanding of an individual and featured a diverse patient population. In this brief interview, we'll get to know Dr. Emina's three most important lessons he has learned while working at the Amen Clinic. FULL TRANSCRIPT Dr. Amen: Hey...
2017-02-0109 minChange Your Brain Every DayEmotional Eating Triggers, Motivational Tricks & Tips, and more Live Questions with Dr. Amen and The Daniel Plan FB Live Part 2 If you love the first part of this FB Live on Daniel's Plan Q&A session, you'll sure love this part two where we answered some great questions on motication, emotional eating and more. FULL TRANSCRIPT Daniel Amen: This next question is really good. What do you recommend to help me maintain my motivation? I'm good for a week, and then motivation goes out the window. What do you think? Tana Amen: I would say that this is where knowing your why and having it firmly planted in your head, and...
2017-01-3114 minChange Your Brain Every DayThe Daniel Plan: The 5 Pillars of Weight Loss SuccessThe Daniel Plan is a groundbreaking program that will equip you with practical tools and resources to help you get into the best shape of your health. In this episode, we've answered some questions from our audience which we hope can also help you understand better what is in store for you if you get yourself into this program. If you haven't seen this, check out the Daniel Plan website. FULL TRANSCRIPT Tana: Hi everyone. We are so excited to be here today answering questions about the detox, the talk we...
2017-01-3011 minChange Your Brain Every DayDr Amen Q&A Session 2 Part 1Enjoy today's two-part Question and Answer session where Dr Amen was asked a variety of questions, from the relation of PMS to brain health, which is better hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, and more. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast so you can get notified of part 2 and the future episodes of Brain Warrior's Way Podcast. Have a blessed and brain healthy new year!
2016-12-3114 minChange Your Brain Every DayDr Amen's Q&A Session - Part 3Check out the third and final part of Dr Amen's question and answer segment. To listen to the previous Q&A sessions go to: Part 1: http://www.brainwarriorswaypodcast.com/index.php/dr-amen-qa-session-1/ Part 2: http://www.brainwarriorswaypodcast.com/index.php/dr-amens-qa-session-part-2/
2016-12-2419 minChange Your Brain Every DayDr Amen's Q&A Session - Part 2Check out the second part of Dr Amen's question and answer segment. If you haven't listened to part 1, be sure to check it out by going to Episode 21: http://www.brainwarriorswaypodcast.com/21
2016-12-1714 minChange Your Brain Every DayDr Amen Q&A Session 1Welcome to the first Q&A session with Dr Amen. Every Saturday, you will be hearing one of Dr Amen's Q&A sessions, Facebook Live broadcasts, webinars as well as event recordings.
2016-12-1015 min
Ready, Set, Retire - Kris Miller, chFEBS, CSA, LDAReady, Set, Retire – A life changing experience with Daniel & Tana AmenAfter guiding thousands of other people through this process, we know that if you do the simple things we ask you to do; it’s going to make a radical difference in the health of your brain and your body.
But feeling better isn’t enough! We’re going to teach you how to make it last for a lifetime and how to get your family and your community involved. This is a day filled with practical tips to help you avoid pitfalls. We have so many success stories and we want you and those you love to join o...
2014-06-0252 min