By Corgan Blosch and Rose George MD Every human being needs sunlight. Not only does sunlight provide us with Vitamin D, but it also helps us regulate the chemicals (neurotransmitters) in our brain. There is a special area in the brain called the suprachiasmatic nucleus, which controls the regulation of melatonin and temperature. This […]
by Corgan Blosch and Rose George, MD Seasonal Affective Disorder is a recurrent depressive disorder with a seasonal pattern. Respectively, it is a depression that begins and ends during a specific season, with full remittance during other seasons. Most typically, this depression begins in Fall or Winter and remits in the Spring or Summer. […]
by Dr. Rose George Today we are reporting on a study published in Molecular Psychiatry by Papakostas et al entitled “Comparative Effectiveness Research Trial for Incomplete and non-responders with treatment resistant depression (ASCERTAIN-TRD) a randomized control trial”. The standard of care for treatment resistant depression so far as established by studies is to either […]
How Essential Fats Affect Mental Health by Corgan Blosch, reviewed by Dr. Rose George It is no question that our brains and our digestive system are intertwined; our mental health can greatly affect the gut. While scientists, doctors,and many mental health professionals are aware of this, diets often get put […]
What is the MTHFR gene and what role does it play in depression? The MTHFR gene is the gene that tells cells in the body how to make the methylenetetrahydrofoloate reductase (MTHFR) enzyme. This enzyme plays an important role in the body in making amino acids (the protein building blocks) utilizable in the body. In […]
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive neuromodulation technique that involves using magnetic fields to stimulate specific regions of the brain. While TMS is primarily known for its therapeutic effects in treating depression, emerging research suggests that it may also have benefits for alleviating chronic stress. Here’s how TMS can help with chronic stress: Modulation […]
Exercise, Diet, and Sleep Can Aid TMS Effectiveness Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a cutting-edge non-invasive neuromodulation technique, holds immense promise for addressing a variety of neurological and psychiatric conditions. As we delve deeper into the complexities of brain health, it becomes imperative to explore how lifestyle factors, such as sleep quality, exercise habits, and dietary […]
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a disorder in which the person has a combination of obsessive thoughts associated with compulsive behaviors that temporarily relieve the obsessive thought. In someone with OCD, the OCD prompts them to think random thoughts have meaning. Most everyone has random thoughts but someone with OCD the random thoughts become obsessions because […]
Living with depression can be an overwhelming and isolating challenge. Unfortunately, finding the right treatment that works for your unique circumstances can often be just as difficult. If you’re struggling with the question of how to manage depression once and for all, you’re not alone. In this article: Understanding Depression Traditional Approaches to Treating Depression […]
Kyle (name changed) was struggling to make it to work on time. Some days he skipped entirely, finding it impossible to get out of bed. He blamed his lack of motivation on not liking his job. Since he didn’t like his job, showing up habitually late or missing work entirely seemed normal. Isn’t that what […]