Rewiring Fear: From Trauma to Healing with Neural Circuits
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Resources & Recommendations
Books
- "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk - This book is mentioned as a foundational text for understanding trauma and its impact on the body and mind.
Videos & Documentaries
- Pavlov's Dogs Experiment - This classic experiment is used as an analogy to explain Pavlovian conditioning and how fear responses can be learned.
Research & Studies
- Meta-analysis of the anxiolytic effects of saffron - This meta-analysis is cited to support the use of saffron in reducing anxiety.
- Studies on orally ingested saffron for anxiety - 12 studies are mentioned, indicating that 30mg of saffron can reliably reduce anxiety.
- Human studies on inositol for anxiety - These studies are referenced to show that inositol can significantly decrease anxiety symptoms.
Tools & Software
- Cyclic Hyperventilation Protocol - A breathing technique involving deep inhales, exhales, and breath holds, used to induce a physiological state of heightened autonomic arousal.
Articles & Papers
- Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale - This scale is mentioned as a standard measure used in studies to assess anxiety reduction.
People Mentioned
- Bessel van der Kolk - Author of "The Body Keeps the Score," a key reference for understanding trauma.
Organizations & Institutions
- Stanford School of Medicine - The affiliation of the podcast host, Andrew Huberman.
Courses & Educational Resources
- Dopamine Episodes - A previous series of podcast episodes is referenced for listeners who want to learn more about the dopamine system.
Websites & Online Resources
- drinkagz.com/huberman - Website for AGZ, a sleep supplement, with a special offer.
- drinkelement.com/huberman - Website for Element, an electrolyte drink, with a special offer for a free sample pack.
- functionhealth.com/huberman - Website for Function, a lab testing service, offering early access.
Other Resources
- Magnesium L-threonate
- L-theanine
- Chamomile extract
- Glycine
- Saffron
- Valerian root
- AGZ - A nightly drink designed to improve sleep.
- Element - An electrolyte drink.
- Function Health - A service offering comprehensive lab testing.
- Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy - A treatment approach for trauma.
- MDMA Assisted Psychotherapy - A treatment approach for trauma.
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy - A behavioral therapy for fear and trauma.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) - A behavioral therapy for fear and trauma.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - A behavioral therapy for fear and trauma.
- Inositol - A supplement shown to decrease anxiety symptoms.