17ME02 - Immunopsychiatry-Immune System Influences on Mental Health Part 2

Format: Audio

Speaker: Kenneth Proefrock Continued from Part 1. Continues the discussion of the physiological basis for depression/anxiety, dysthymia, bipolar, OCD, PTSD, substance abuse and schizoaffective disorders and their treatment. Current pharmaceutical models are compared with dietary and botanical medicine therapies. The physiological principles of specific physical activities and exercise strategies are discussed, along with experiential meditative and spiritually-oriented practices to cultivate a greater sense of mindfulness. Included are strategies to wean people from their psychotropic medications, and when that might be appropriate.

Related product: The lecture notes for Part 1 and Part 2 are available here: 2017 Medicines from the Earth Herb Symposium: Conference Book Download (PDF)

Continuing Education: 

Naturopathic Physicians: This 2 part lecture has been approved for 2 general and 2 pharmacy hours by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine (OBNM) 

More information: CME for NDs: Medicines from the Earth Conference 2017

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