The current model for treating depression and mental illness is limited. Medications are not as effective as desired.
Everyone who presents with depression might have a different source and/or contributing factors. The biochemical underlying cause can vary from person to person.
Individualized, integrative treatment is important. The gut microbiome may be an underlying cause. Stress could also be a factor. There might even be a toxicity present. Locating biological causes and deficiencies can improve treatment of brain function.
Listen as Dr. James Greenblatt joins Dr. Holly Lucille to discuss integrative psychiatry.
Articulate, passionate and humorous, Dr. Holly Lucille breaks down the myths and misconceptions about health and health related topics.
Integrative, Nutritionally-Oriented Psychiatry
Guest
: James M. Greenblatt, MD
From the Show: Mindful Medicine
Summary: There may be some nutritionally-based solutions to improve the effects of mental illness and depression.
Air Date: 3/14/17
Duration: 24:22
Host: Holly Lucille, RN, ND
