Posts tagged Neurology
144 | Default Mode Network of the Brain
144 | Default Mode Network of the Brain

We do our best to define altruism through the ways others have defined it. We break down the philosophical traditions that have tried to define, explain, and promote altruism. We read from some religious texts on altruism. We failed to point out in this discussion that if someone were to intend harm and do good, that would technically meet the definition of altruism but also not be something we’d want to promote. In the end, we advocate for prosocial behavior and point out that the definition is not particularly helpful right now.

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Autism, The Brain, PhilosophyScott Abraham MillerAbraham, RyanO, Ryan, Default Mode Network, DMN, Brain, Neurology, Neuroimaging, Brain Science, Science, Autism, Alzheimers, SkepticismComment
136 | Psychedelics in Therapy With Stu Law (Part 3) | Why We Do What We Do
136 | Psychedelics in Therapy With Stu Law (Part 3) | Why We Do What We Do

Happy Holidays! Welcome to our third and final episode on psychedelics with Stu Law. In this discussion, we end with a note of optimism for what psychedelics might actually have to benefit people. Also, Stu makes jokes and is generally funny and engaging.

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The Brain, ACT, Disorders, Psychological History, TherapyScott Abraham MillerAbraham, Neurology, Stu Law, Drugs, Psychedelics, Mushrooms, LCD, Acid, Marijuana, Consciousness, Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, RFT, ACT, Relational Frame Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Training, Therapy, History, OptimismComment
135 | Psychedelics in Therapy With Stu Law (Part 2) | Why We Do What We Do
135 | Psychedelics in Therapy With Stu Law (Part 2) | Why We Do What We Do

A continuation of our discussion from the previous episode. This episode covers more of the process by which psychedelics work and more cautionary tales about what to be skeptical about in the wave of enthusiasm about research into psychedelic drugs for therapy.

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The Brain, ACT, Disorders, Psychological History, TherapyScott Abraham MillerAbraham, Neurology, Stu Law, Drugs, Psychedelics, Mushrooms, LCD, Acid, Marijuana, Consciousness, Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, RFT, ACT, Relational Frame Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Training, Therapy, HistoryComment
134 | Psychedelics in Therapy With Stu Law (Part 1) | Why We Do What We Do
134 | Psychedelics in Therapy With Stu Law (Part 1) | Why We Do What We Do

A skeptical but optimistic discussion about the use of psychedelic drugs for mental health. Stu and Abraham mostly unpack the history of psychedelics in this discussion. There are some jokes and light-heartedness, but the message is an important one. There are things to be excited about in the future of therapy with the assistance of psychedelics, but if we are not careful, then we might be plunged back in the dark ages of psychedelics for medicinal value.

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The Brain, ACT, Disorders, Psychological History, TherapyScott Abraham MillerAbraham, Neurology, Stu Law, Drugs, Psychedelics, Mushrooms, LCD, Acid, Marijuana, Consciousness, Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety, RFT, ACT, Relational Frame Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Training, Therapy, HistoryComment
133 | Prion Diseases | Why We Do What We Do
133 | Prion Diseases | Why We Do What We Do

This was a creepy discussion that maybe would have been better suited to a Halloween episode. We break down the process of brain deterioration from misfolded proteins called “prions” [pree-awnz]. Perhaps you’ve heard of Mad Cow disease, Crutzfeldt-Jakob disease. These are types of prion diseases. Unfortunately, prion diseases have no cure and cannot be prevented by heating or otherwise chemically treating food containing prions. Prion diseases have a 100% fatality rate within 2-3 years of diagnosis. Furthermore, it is unlikely to be diagnoseable until destruction is nearly complete. The only strategy we have is to try and prevent this disease by avoiding consuming things that are likely to cause it.

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The Brain, Animals, Diagnosis, GeneticsScott Abraham MillerAbraham, Shane, Shanebraham, Shane Spiker, neurons, Prions, Prion, Prion Diseases, Mad Cow Dissease, Neurology, Neurodegenerative Diseases, High Fatality, GeneticsComment