Ted's Podcast on Mental Health and Mental Illness

What is schizophrenia? What causes the disorder? How is it treated? What is the outcome of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia?

8 Okt 202515min

What is optimal nutrition for good mental health? What is optimal nutrition if we suffer from depression? How do exercise and good nutrition positively impact our mental health?

28 Aug 202520min

What are Psychobiotics, and why are they important? What types of bacteria have potential psychobiotic activity? How do Psychobiotics work? What conditions may benefit from Psychobiotics?

28 Aug 202522min

This episode surveys the large array of supplements in health food stores and pharmacies. It concludes that most healthy individuals on a balanced diet do not require supplements. It warns about the l...

27 Aug 202511min

Cognitive behaviour therapy is the most widely used psychological intervention. It is particularly effective in treating depression and anxiety. Here, the basic principles underlying the technique ar...

11 Aug 202514min

Gut microbes influence our brain and psychological makeup. How? Are gut microbes altered in depression and other psychiatric states? How can we optimally configure our gut microbiota?

24 Juli 202520min

What is depression? What can we do to reduce the risk of depression and to improve treatment outcomes? The episode focuses on diet and exercise.

23 Juli 202519min

Stress has both positive and negative benefits. In itself, stress is not an illness. However, stress can precipitate disorders such as depression. How can we deal effectively with stress, and what imp...

24 Juni 202518min