In this episode of the Let's Talk Brain Health Podcast, we delve into perimenopause, a significant yet often misunderstood life transition. Dr. Julie Sharrar, DC, a holistic healthcare practitioner specializing in chiropractic, acupuncture, and functional medicine, shares her expertise on how this phase impacts brain health, mood, memory, and overall well-being.

She provides insights into common symptoms, natural support strategies like diet, sleep, and exercise, and the benefits of holistic approaches such as acupuncture. Learn the importance of recognizing and addressing these changes with practical tips and resources to help navigate this journey with confidence.

00:00 Introduction to Perimenopause

00:44 Meet Dr. Julie: Expert in Women's Health

02:03 Understanding Perimenopause: Symptoms and Onset

07:23 Lifestyle Changes to Support Perimenopause

12:06 Functional Medicine and Acupuncture

16:45 Practical Advice and Misconceptions

20:09 Final Thoughts and Resources

Resources

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• Learn more about Dr. Julie Sharrar on her website.
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• Read more about navigating perimenopause naturally in Dr. Julie’s recent blog.
• Follow Dr. Julie on social media @consciouswellnessohio on Instagram and Facebook.

In this episode of the Let's Talk Brain Health Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Jin Hyung Lee, Ph.D., a pioneering neuroscientist, Stanford professor, and founder of LVIS Corporation.

Dr. Lee introduces NeuroMatch, a groundbreaking technology that creates live digital twins of brain function to revolutionize brain healthcare.

She shares her personal journey from electrical engineering to neuroscience, inspired by her grandmother's stroke, and discusses the intersection of technology and brain health.

Discover how NeuroMatch can diagnose and treat conditions like epilepsy, autism, and Alzheimer's, potentially transforming the way we understand and manage brain health.

Learn about the importance of sleep, preventative care, and how AI could make brain health accessible to all.

Tune in to explore the future of neuroscience, AI, and personalized brain healthcare.

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Jin Lee and NeuroMatch

00:42 Dr. Lee's Personal Journey into Neuroscience

01:25 The Intersection of Electrical Engineering and Brain Health

02:49 Developing NeuroMatch: From Lab to Clinic

03:52 The Future of Brain Health Monitoring

05:05 How NeuroMatch Works

07:33 Collaborations and Inspirations

09:56 Patient Advocacy and Real-World Impact

12:25 Artificial Intelligence and Energy Efficiency

17:53 Future of Neuro Match in Healthcare

24:41 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts

Resources:

• Explore more about Dr. Lee and her work on her lab’s website
• Learn from Dr. Lee in one of her TedX talks from her website

• See the Invisible: Innovating How Neurological Diseases Are Examined with NeuroMatch and LVIS on their websites.

In this episode of the Let's Talk Brain Health! podcast, returning guest Dr. Jennifer Fraser, Ph.D. delves into the concept of gaslighting and its severe impact on brain health.

A renowned educator and author, Dr. Fraser explains how gaslighting can manipulate individuals, causing them to question reality and suffer significant emotional harm.

She references her latest book, 'The Gaslit Brain,' and provides practical insights on identifying gaslighting behaviors, advocating for legal changes, and fostering environments that combat this toxic behavior.

Dr. Fraser also shares actionable steps to protect oneself from gaslighting and stresses the importance of recognizing its manipulative nature.

Join us for an enlightening conversation designed to help you understand and counteract gaslighting's pervasive influence.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Reintroduction

01:12 Understanding Gaslighting

02:48 Personal Experience with Gaslighting

04:33 Gaslighting in Society and Media

07:22 Impact of Gaslighting on the Brain

09:25 Gaslighting in the Workplace

14:33 Protecting Children and Youth from Gaslighting

18:36 Gaslighting and Social Media

27:00 Spotting and Stopping Gaslighting

31:31 Future Work and Final Thoughts

Resources:

• Listen to our previous podcast conversation on “Understanding the Neuroscience of Bullying & Its Impact on the Brain: A Conversation with Dr. Jennifer Fraser, Ph.D.”

• https://drkrystalculler.substack.com/p/understanding-the-neuroscience-of-8e3

• Learn more about Jennifer and her work on her website or LinkedIn.

• Read more about gaslighting and bullying in recent media in Dr. Fraser’s Substack.

• Explore Dr. Fraser’s latest blog post on Psychology Today.

• • Follow Jennifer’s updates on social media @bulliedbrain on Instagram and Facebook.
  • Purchase “The Gaslit Brain” on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, and Bookshop.