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Fredric Schiffer: Dual Brain Psychotherapy — Healing Trauma, Addiction, and the Troubled Mind | Episode 111
Fredric Schiffer: Dual Brain Psychotherapy — Healing Trauma, Addiction, and the Troubled Mind | Episode 111
Fredric Schiffer: Dual Brain Psychotherapy — Healing Trauma, Addiction, and the Troubled Mind | Episode 111
Wednesday 15th January 2025
Dr. Fredric Schiffer discusses Dual Brain Psychology and its impact on addiction, trauma, and mental health in this enlightening episode of Brain Shaman.
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- Dual Brain Psychology reveals how each brain hemisphere can support a distinct mind.
- Treating trauma is key to alleviating addiction.
- Simple visual field tactics can help manage anxiety and depression.
- Light therapy shows promise in treating mental health issues.
- Understanding your brain's dual nature can improve overall mental well-being.
"The aim of dual brain psychology is to treat the troubled side, the side that's living in the trauma."
In this episode of Brain Shaman, host Michael Waite welcomes Dr. Fredric Schiffer, the pioneering psychiatrist behind Dual Brain Psychology. Dr. Schiffer delves into his groundbreaking approach to understanding and treating addiction, trauma, and other mental health challenges. This episode is packed with fascinating insights from Dr. Schiffer's book, 'Good-bye Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, & PTSD,' and his extensive research at Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital.
The concept of Dual Brain Psychology revolves around the idea that each hemisphere of the brain can operate independently, leading to two distinct minds within one individual. Dr. Schiffer shares compelling stories from his research, including how split-brain studies have revealed the different personalities that can exist within one person. He also explains how trauma and addiction are deeply intertwined and how treating the underlying trauma can alleviate addiction.
The episode is not just a deep dive into the science of the brain but also offers practical advice on how to manage anxiety and depression using simple techniques like visual field tactics and light therapy. Dr. Schiffer's approach is both innovative and accessible, making complex psychological concepts understandable for everyone. If you're curious about how your brain works and how you can harness its power to improve your mental health, this episode is a must-listen.