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  • A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Understanding Mental Health—and Improving Treatment for Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD, and More
  • By: Christopher M. Palmer MD
  • Narrated by: Christopher M. Palmer MD
  • Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (65 ratings)

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Brain Energy

By: Christopher M. Palmer MD
Narrated by: Christopher M. Palmer MD
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This is the book that will forever change the way we understand and treat mental health. If you or someone you love is affected by mental illness, it might change your life.

We are in the midst of a global mental health crisis, and mental illnesses are on the rise. But what causes mental illness? And why are mental health problems so hard to treat? Drawing on decades of research, Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer outlines a revolutionary new understanding that for the first time unites our existing knowledge about mental illness within a single framework: mental disorders are metabolic disorders of the brain.

Brain Energy explains this new understanding of mental illness in detail, from symptoms and risk factors to what is happening in brain cells. Palmer also sheds light on the new treatment pathways this theory opens up—which apply to all mental disorders, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, alcoholism, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, autism, and even schizophrenia. Brain Energy pairs cutting-edge science with practical advice and strategies to help people reclaim their mental health.

This groundbreaking book reveals:

  • why classifying mental disorders as “separate” conditions is misleading;
  • the clear connections between mental illness and disorders linked to metabolism, including diabetes, heart attacks, strokes, pain disorders, obesity, Alzheimer’s disease, and epilepsy;
  • the link between metabolism and every factor known to play a role in mental health, including genetics, inflammation, hormones, neurotransmitters, sleep, stress, and trauma;
  • the evidence that current mental health treatments, including both medications and therapies, likely work by affecting metabolism; and
  • new treatments available today that listeners can use to promote long-term healing.

Palmer puts together the pieces of the mental illness puzzle to provide answers and offer hope. Brain Energy will transform the field of mental health, and the lives of countless people around the world.

©2022 Christopher Palmer (P)2022 Blackstone Publishing

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The theory that saved me

The theory of brain energy changed my life before I even knew of its existence. Throughout my teens and early twenties, I was obese, abusing substances, harming myself, and considering suicide. After years of slowly piecing together an understanding of the causes and potential solutions to my physical and mental health problems, I’m now healthier and happier than I ever believed I could be. I now know that it’s all thanks to rebooting the incredible feedback system that is my body.
If I’d had access to this resource earlier in life, the process wouldn’t have been so slow and confusing. I KNOW this theory will change millions of lives in the coming decades.

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Outstanding

I'm not an intellectual and thoroughly enjoyed this book. I increased the speed to 1.2 then 1.5

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Brilliant! everyone should listen to this.

This is definitely one to listen to. I would've been so lost trying to say all the medical terms in my head. This was read beautifully, with compassion and life. Dr Chris explained his Brain Energy theory in a very digestible way.

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If you love someone with mental health issues- listen to this!

This was amazing and I’d highly recommend anyone who is caring for someone with mental health issues to listen to it. It is heavy on statistics BUT brilliant information. Explains so much, and I definitely cried by the end. I’m totally inspired to incorporate some lifestyle changes to help support my family.

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Bipolar trialling keto

I’m currently following the protocols of this book to treat my bipolar including going Keto. It’s not easy but neither is the alternative!

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The most extraordinary book/theory/concept ever

This is the most extraordinary book/theory I have ever heard, backed by real Science and a passionate, highly accomplished Physician. The possibility of medication-free remission of mental health disorders is, to me, like finding the Holy Grail.

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Great to see we are finally becoming more evidence based in this field.

Great content!
Linking the best research in all important areas of mental health.
The relevance of what we ingest and the biochemistry holds the key just as explained and clearly outlined in this amazing book.
Devouring the content within a few days I feel there is hope that changes will occur more quickly now due to the importance of the research of the connection between our brain and the gut.
Great read that brings hope!!!

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Everyone needs to listen to this!

Elegantly puts all the known pieces of mental illness together and connects it all to one common pathway. A very balanced book and doesn't push his case, but cleverly explains why his theory is not just plausible, but almost obvious once you know all the info. Easy to listen too, highly recommend to anyone who is suffering from or knows someone with a mental or metabolic condition.

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Fantastic read

Everyone who has experienced or is experiencing some mental health problems should read this book.
It is narrated by the author which makes it even better in my opinion.
5/5 great job Christopher M Palmer I applaud you, Thankyou!

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Everyone needs to listen to this!

A book worth sharing around… if only more people had this guy’s passion to bring better health outcomes for so many. So interesting and definitely food for thought!

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