Mind & Matter cover image

Mental Illness & Substance Abuse: Genetics, Psychosis, THC, Dopamine & the Brain | Jibran Khokhar | 190

Mind & Matter

00:00

Understanding the Complexities of Schizophrenia and Substance Use Disorders

This chapter investigates the interconnectedness of mental illnesses, particularly schizophrenia, and substance use disorders, emphasizing the high rates of comorbidity. It highlights the limitations of traditional diagnostic systems while exploring the overlapping symptoms across various conditions. Additionally, the chapter examines neurodevelopmental factors, genetic influences, and brain circuit imbalances that contribute to the manifestation of schizophrenia.

Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app