The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast

With Dr. Daniel & Tana Amen

Podcast hosts Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are changing the way we look at the brain and its direct connection to all things wellness. From weight loss to love and happiness to overcoming mental conditions like anxiety, depression and ADD. They deliver practical, everyday tips for building the best brain and best life possible. Click on one of the episodes below to listen today! You can also find The Brain Warrior’s Way on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or Google Play.

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Could You Have a Traumatic Brain Injury and Not Even Know it?

September 24, 2018

Most people associate the term “traumatic brain injury” with the type of severe damage that could only be caused by something as drastic a fracture of the skull. However, the truth is that you could have a significant brain injury dramatically affecting your life without you even knowing it. In the first episode in a series on brain injuries, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen describe the different forms of brain trauma.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma

Can Healing Your Brain Boost Your Creativity? – Pt. 2 with Michael Peterson and Colonel Jill Chambers

August 14, 2018

When country music star Michael Peterson decided to improve his brain health after suffering a traumatic brain injury, he was concerned about one very important possible side effect: Would fixing his brain ruin his creativity? In part 2 of a series on Brain Warriors' Michael Peterson and Jill Chambers, Michael shares the story of what happened to his creativity during brain recuperation with Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen.

Challenging Gary Busey’s Memory Pt. 3 with Gary Busey

June 7, 2018

In the last episode of a series with Oscar-nominated actor Gary Busey, Tana steps up and takes Gary’s signature memory challenge. Play along to see if you can make it as far as Tana did!
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma
GUEST/S Gary Busey

How We Are Fixing Gary Busey’s Brain- Pt. 2 with Gary Busey

June 6, 2018

Dr. Daniel Amen is on a mission to fix Gary Busey’s brain. In this episode of the podcast, they are joined by Tana Amen and Gary’s partner Stephanie to discuss the intervention techniques laid out for Gary to help him get his brain back on track. Dr. Amen describes how Gary can address all of the BRIGHT MINDS risk factors that play a part in his brain function.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma
GUEST/S Gary Busey

The Traumatic Brain Injury That Changed Gary Busey’s Life- Pt. 1 with Gary Busey

June 4, 2018

In a series focused on head trauma and brain injury, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by Academy Award-nominated actor Gary Busey. Gary describes the brain injury he suffered in 1988 from a horrific motorcycle accident, as well as how his life’s challenges have given him a unique perspective and method of defining what means the most to him.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma
GUEST/S Gary Busey

Can a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Give You ADD?

May 3, 2018

Signs of ADD usually first occur at a very young age, but what if you start showing these signs later in life? Could ADD actually be caused by a physical incident such at a brain injury? In this episode, Dr. Daniel and Tana discuss a new study which reveals some surprising data. 
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma

How to Deal with Someone who has a Personality Disorder

May 2, 2018

When someone you love suffers from borderline personality disorder, it can cause chaos, trauma, and trust issues in your own life. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give tips and advice for how to cope with these highly combustible relationships. 
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma

One Traumatic Brain Injury Can Ruin Your Life and Here’s How

April 10, 2018

Did you know that your brain is about the consistency of soft butter, and that it’s housed in a skull with sharp, bony ridges? There’s no way around it: our brains are fragile and easily damaged. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the major risk factors for brain injury, as well as what to do if you’ve already had one.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma

The Common Causes of Chronic Pain

March 14, 2018

Chronic pain is a huge health issue for many people, but those who suffer are often unaware of what’s really causing it. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen illuminate some of the more hidden causes, such as emotional trauma or inflammation, and then give treatment options.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma

Can Childhood Trauma Lead to Chronic Illnesses? PT.3 – Dr. Wayne Jonas

February 16, 2018

In the third and final episode of a series with Dr. Wayne Jonas, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss how childhood trauma factors in to chronic conditions. As Dr. Jonas outlines in his new book, “How Healing Works,” taking an integrative approach and a patient in the driver’s seat mentality, you can find ways to heal yourself to enjoy the things that matter most.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma
GUEST/S Dr. Wayne Jonas
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