On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Dr. Daniel Amen: ON The Most Powerful Habits For A Healthy & Productive Brain

Mar 9, 2020

Dr. Daniel Amen, a leading psychiatrist and author focused on brain health, shares insights on the link between brain functionality and mental well-being. He debunks myths surrounding mental health and emphasizes the importance of diet, particularly omega-3 fatty acids, for cognitive function. Dr. Amen discusses how emotional trauma and brain injuries can impact our lives, stressing the need for proactive health habits. He advocates for a shift towards viewing mental illness as a brain health issue, encouraging a more compassionate understanding that includes informed psychological practices.

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Daniel G Amen

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Do You Have a Healthy Mind?

00:35

Intro

2min

Exciting New Beginnings and Mental Health Innovations

3min

Brain Health and Mental Well-Being

6min

Exploring the Overlooked Conversation on Brain Health

3min

Understanding Brain Injury and Emotional Trauma

8min

Healthy Habits for a Productive Brain: Nutrition and Inflammation Insights

3min

Navigating Brain Health: From Genetics to Habits

19min

Navigating Relationship Dynamics and Therapy Insights

2min

Healing Through Connection

11min

10.

Reframing Mental Health: The Brain Health Revolution

14min

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Prioritizing Brain Health: A Call to Action

4min

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Jay Shetty sits down with the most popular psychiatrist in America, Dr. Daniel Amen, who’s also Justin Bieber’s doctor. Dr. Amen has spent his career studying correlations between brain health and mental illness. He is forever discovering new ways in which the brain is shaped by environment, trauma, and health.

Dr. Amen will tackle some common misconceptions about mental health and the brain and learn the 11 things you should avoid for a healthy brain. Text Jay Shetty 310-997-4177

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