Dr. Jud Brewer
Dr. Jud Brewer
Habit Change Anxiety - Personalizing Anxiety Treatment: The Science of Psychological Phenotyping
Habit Change Anxiety - Personalizing Anxiety Treatment: The Science of Psychological Phenotyping
Habit Change Anxiety - Personalizing Anxiety Treatment: The Science of Psychological Phenotyping
Saturday 22nd March 2025
Explore how psychological phenotyping can optimize anxiety treatment outcomes with Dr. Jud Brewer. Learn about personalized approaches to mindfulness training.
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Dr. Jud Brewer
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Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Psychological phenotyping can help personalize anxiety treatment.
- Mindfulness training isn't a one-size-fits-all solution.
- Three psychological types were identified: severely anxious with body/emotional awareness, body/emotionally unaware, and non-reactive and aware.
- Interoceptive awareness plays a crucial role in the effectiveness of mindfulness training.
- Personalized mental health care can lead to better treatment outcomes.
It's not enough to just throw mindfulness at the problem.
Ever wondered why some people seem to breeze through anxiety treatments while others struggle? Dr. Jud Brewer and his colleagues tackle this very question in this episode of The Dr. Jud Podcast. They dive into the science of psychological phenotyping and its impact on anxiety treatment outcomes. The episode breaks down a 2023 study that used machine learning to group participants into three distinct psychological types based on their anxiety levels and body awareness.
These groups, or phenotypes, are 'severely anxious with body/emotional awareness', 'body/emotionally unaware', and 'non-reactive and aware'. Through an engaging conversation, Dr. Jud explains how these phenotypes influence the effectiveness of mindfulness training for anxiety. It's fascinating to hear how personalized treatment can make a significant difference, especially when mindfulness isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. If you're curious about how your own experiences with anxiety might fit into these categories, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.
It's a deep dive into understanding individual differences in mental health and how we can tailor treatments to better suit our unique needs. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that could change the way you think about anxiety and its treatment.