The Upward Spiral with Dr. Alex Korb

Future of Psychiatry! Innovations in Mental Health

In this new episode of the Future of Psychiatry podcast, hosted by Dr. Bassi, and featuring special guest Dr. Alex Korb, a seasoned neuroscientist, author, and coach with more than 15 years of dedicated research in the field. They delve into the fascinating world of mental health neuroscience, particularly focusing on depression and anxiety. This engaging conversation explores the significance of harnessing our emotions as valuable tools rather than obstacles. Topics span from the perils of overthinking to the therapeutic role of humor in mental well-being. Additionally, they discuss how our innate brain tendencies can either drive or hinder our motivation. Dr. Alex emphasizes the transformative potential of acceptance, self-compassion, and lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise in effectively managing mental health challenges. He also underscores the importance of distinguishing between what we can control and what we cannot to optimize our responses.

Host: Bruce Bassi MD
More resources, including a full transcript, can be found at our podcast website: https://www.telepsychhealth.com/futurepsychiatrypodcast/
We are always looking to grow and learn more about the field of tech and mental health. If you have an idea for the show, want to suggest a guest, or have a suggestion, please feel to message us through our website's contact page.
If you want to support the show, please like on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram, and Tiktok and subscribe on Youtube.
As always, the content is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. If you are having a medical or psychiatric emergency please contact 911.

Luvut

1. Introduction and Guest Presentation (00:00:00)

2. The beginnings (00:01:40)

3. Recognizing when something is "wrong" with your brain (00:06:16)

4. Different ways to change your brain (00:11:15)

5. Science of Individualized Prediction Models of Treatment Response (00:17:00)

6. Can SPECT scans diagnose any mental illness? (00:22:38)

7. How to stop overthinking and ruminating (00:27:07)

8. Why don't we do what we should do? (00:33:26)

9. Convince your mind (00:37:49)

10. Humor and comedy in medicine (00:43:33)

11. Accept what we feel (00:48:31)