Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries: How Concussions Affect Mental Health with Dr. Gettings & the Therapists of Eden Therapy Co.

In this eye-opening episode, therapists Leslie, Marianne, and Angie sit down with Dr. Gettings, a physician specializing in neuropsychiatric health and brain optimization, to discuss traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and their often-overlooked connection to mental health symptoms. As both a physician and survivor of domestic violence, Dr. Gettings brings unique insight into how mild TBIs are frequently misdiagnosed as anxiety, depression, ADHD, or mood disorders.

What You'll Learn:

The surprising truth about mild TBIs: 90% don't involve loss of consciousnessCommon causes of brain injuries beyond sports: domestic violence, car accidents, falls, and even forceps deliveryWhy you don't need to hit your head to sustain a concussionHow brain injuries affect the frontal lobe (focus, motivation) and temporal lobes (emotion, memory)The connection between TBIs and increased dementia riskWhy standard ER scans miss most mild brain injuriesThe difference between structural imaging (CT/MRI) and functional imaging (SPECT scans)Practical healing protocols: omega-3 fatty acids, lithium orotate, hyperbaric oxygen therapyHow therapists can screen clients for undiagnosed brain injuriesWhy helmets prevent skull fractures but not concussions

Key Takeaways:

Domestic violence is one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuriesBrain injuries can present as depression, anger issues, memory problems, and processing speed difficultiesMany people with brain injuries don't respond well to standard psychiatric medicationsAnti-inflammatory supplements and oxygen therapy can help heal brain tissueA thorough history is essential: ask about car accidents, sports, falls, and domestic violence

Guest Expert:

Dr. Gettings is a physician specializing in neuropsychiatric health and brain optimization.. She advocates for screening individuals for traumatic brain injuries and works to normalize the neuropsychiatric effects of brain injury beyond seizures and paralysis.

To Contact Dr Gettings:

Clarion Nuro:   https://drgettings.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgettings?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Resources Mentioned:

SPECT brain imaging at Amen ClinicsSupplements: Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA/EPA), Lithium orotate (Life Extension 10,000 micrograms)Hyperbaric oxygen therapyCurcumin for inflammationEMDR therapy for trauma processing

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