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All In The Mind

Podcast Extra: Dr Alex Korb offers more techniques out of depression, anxiety

Sep 27, 2020
26:41
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Dr. Alex Corb dispels misconceptions of depression as just feeling sad and explores the complexity of depression, including its manifestations, disruption in brain circuits, and the relationship with memory and pain. The podcast also discusses the power of decision-making and taking action to combat anxiety, the impact of gratitude on rewiring the brain, and the obstacles to creating an upward spiral in overcoming depression.
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Quick takeaways

  • Depression involves communication and regulation issues among various circuits in the brain related to thinking, feeling, habits, and rewards
  • Pain and emotional state are closely linked, with chronic pain contributing to a downward spiral impacting mood and sleep which intensifies pain sensations

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Understanding Depression

Depression is a complex condition that can manifest differently in different individuals. There is no single brain region or simple explanation for depression. It involves communication and regulation issues among various circuits in the brain related to thinking, feeling, habits, and rewards.

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