Speaker:Mary Rondeau. Mood disorders were once thought to originate only in the brain as a "simple" chemical imbalance. This couldn't be farther from the truth. Mood disorders encompass and can even originate in other organ systems, and the acknowledgement of the gut-brain axis has started to shift the focus of mood disorders to below the neck. Proper assessment including physical exam, laboratory work-up, nutritional intake and mental/emotional/spiritual intake are crucial in determining contributing factors in mood disorders, as is understanding the role of pharmaceuticals and their risks. Naturopathic medicine offers many valuable tools, especially botanicals, to help children and adults suffering from dysthymia and irritability, and this will be the focus of the presentation. Catalog Number 19ME13
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Naturopathic Physicians: This lecture has been approved for .5 general and 1.0 pharmacy hours by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine (OBNM)
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