Loud Thoughts: Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and the Default Mode Network

Understand the circuitry of the self as we uncover the neurological pathways behind the Ego and explain what the Default Mode Network is. Topics covered:

What the hell is the Default Mode Network

The Brain Pathways of Anxiety and Depression

The imbalances causing ADHD

How modern medicines interact with the brain

The effect of meditation and psilocybin on the DMN

Starting with Hans Berger's pioneering work with EEG this episode covers the history of Default Mode Network discovery, its role in ADHD symptoms, and the impact of Default Mode Network on depression. We also explore the connection between DMN and anxiety disorders and discuss the benefits of therapeutic interventions targeting the Default Mode Network. Learn how modern neuroscience uses DMN insights to enhance psychiatric treatments and the overall understanding of mental health.

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Further Reading

Default Mode Network on Wikipedia

Where is the Default mode network

Paper: The Brains Default Mode Network

Paper: Schizophrenia and DMN

Paper: Autism and DMN

Theory of Mind

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Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Default Mode Network 02:04 Hans Berger and history of EEG and brain mapping 04:49 Discovery of the Default mode network 06:14 What is the default mode network? 06:33 #1 Self-referential thought 07:00 #2 Theory of mind 07:43 #3 Autobiographical memory 08:12 #4 Envisioning future scenarios 08:32 #5 Mind wandering and daydreaming 09:16 #6 Creativity 10:21 Depression and the brain 11:28 Anti Depressant medication and the DMN 12:41 Anxiety 14:08 Anti Anxiety medication and Benzodiazepines 15:27 ADHD 16:16 ADHD medication and stimulants 18:03 How Meditation Regulates the DMN 20:34 Psilocybin impact on the DMN 22:41 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices