In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-hosts Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters are joined by author, educator, and neurologist Dr. Pria Anand. Together, they discuss the wonder and complexity of the human brain, and how storytelling, culture, and curiosity shape our understanding of neurologic illness and identity. Pria shares insights from her book, The Mind Electric, including the role of narrative in medicine, the resilience of memory, and why humility matters in neurologic care. They also explore the future of neurology, the importance of sleep and self-care, and how science and the humanities can work together to improve patient care.

Additional Resources

The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains

How are Mental Health and Brain Health Connected?

Healing Words: Writing About Her Traumatic Brain Injury Helps the Author Make Sense of Her Recovery

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