Impulsive Brain ODU Oct 16

by Dr Charles Parker on May 31, 2009 · 7 comments

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Impulsivity and Evidence

The Impulsive Brain

The Biology of Mind In Practice

Fri, October 16 2009 Webb Center Old Dominion University

  • Do you find yourself puzzled by the growing array of psychiatric diagnoses associated with individuals who suffer with behavioral Impulsivity?
  • Have you become frustrated with the challenges in correcting impulsive behavior in your office, school, or work setting?
  • Do you wonder why meds don’t work, and what alternatives are out there for more comprehensive, safer treatment planning?

Dr Parker has presented parts of this program to a variety of audiences from Spero Retreat in Beverly Hills, to Psychotherapy Networker in Washington, DC, and to Patrick Carnes‘ IITAP Group in Scottsdale AZ [International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals] – each with rave reviews.

With a focus on using new technology to help with Diagnosis, from Brain Imaging to precise Metabolic and Neurotransmitter Testing, we can prevent more deterioration, and correct long standing impulsivity problems not previously addressed. Yes, we already know our nervous system responds to brain and body challenges with emotional deterioration and unpredictability. Knowing how to specifically measure and understand the biologic orignis of these variables will help everyday health delivery on many levels.

Topics for the day:
— ADHD – The missing links to diagnosis and treatment
— Brain Injury – The Elephant in the Room with Impulsivity
— Bipolar Impulsivity – the Origins and New Treatments for Moods and Impulsivity
— Addictions and Impulsivity: Recovery, Relationships, and Self Management

Brain biology should always drive brain ‘pharmacology’ – indeed any intervention process.

Please join me for the latest brain and body news fresh from the front of everyday practice – and pass this link along to your friends, and we can have a memorable Friday! It’s all about the interface between traditional thinking and mind evolution.

6 hr CEUs for Teachers, Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, and LPCs
6 hr CMEs for Physicians

For more information and/or to register for this workshop, please contact Lisa M. Temple at 757-683-4686 or ltemple@odu.edu

Link for Details from ODU

Map: Webb Center at ODU in Norfolk, VA

Please do forward this link to your colleagues, and let’s make it a day together!

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  • Ted B

    Dr. Parker,

    I’ve been back reviewing your website extensively. Didn’t know you were an Eagle Scout – me too – July 21, 2001.

    Lengthy history of treatment problems with adult ADD. Later to be diagnosed with ADD and depression.

    Later experience the joys of mono as an adult (makes earning living hard – somehow I did anyway). However it never seemed to go away, and I experienced strange aches and pains. My GP at the time confirmed I tested positive for Lyme, and we proceeded to a short course of antibiotics. (no surprise on the Lyme… lived in an area that is endemic – Ellicott City, MD – Since have moved to Pittsburgh.)

    I now have sort of a history with Lyme… the symptoms at least have been on going in spite of more aggressive antibiotics. Doctors inform me that they don’t think I have a continuing infection, but can’t point to another etiology. One very reputable Infectious Disease doctor said the same (because the antibiotic course should have done the trick). She then informed me of her institutional affiliations, and pretty much said outright that she was biased toward their guidelines but there were others in disagreement. And so I’ve learned that this lyme thing was a little more complicated.

    So, back to how this relates to psychiatry. I have near-chronic headaches and frequent inflammatory pain. During those times I’m prone toward anger and aggression. (Adderall seems to really alleviate the mood problems though before I take it I’m almost worse).

    Can you comment on Lyme? How does it affects outcomes in psychiatry? I see it mentioned on your intake paperwork, so I’m hopeful that you can shed some light on it…Parker-style.

    Thanks!

    -Ted

    • http://www.CorePsychBlog.com Dr Charles Parker

      Ted,
      I’m so glad Lyme wasn’t around when I was trekking in the woods as a Scout! I was not one to wear insect repellent, and now know it is essential with the abundance of Lyme, even in the West.

      My take on Lyme, confirmed by many I have listened to and interviewed: It does create significant challenges with hypometabolism of the cerebral cortex when active – and can be identified on SPECT imaging. I have discovered several cases of Lyme just from SPECT alone, and then referred them on to Lyme specialists for longer term care.

      Bottom line on the Lyme recovery challenge: immune dysregulation that underlies the Lyme condition. If you have an underlying IgG issue with any food substance, such as we often see with milk/casein, the defense antibodies are taken up with defense on a daily basis, and don’t have the manpower available for repair. Dr Russell Jaffe is an interesting expert on these matters, and has several recordings over at Perque.com wherein he covers some of these issues in detail.

      If you were in my office I would get really serious about comorbid immune dysfunction, and treat any chronic downstream nutritional issues vigorously to support your recovery from the original Lyme attack. Repair is based upon both getting out all the invaders, then repairing the countryside.
      cp

      • Ted B

        Thanks for your reply!

        Would you mind shooting me an email with a Lyme Specialist you could refer me to? I’m in Pittsburgh, PA, but traveling is an option if it means getting to the the right person.

        • http://www.CorePsychBlog.com Dr Charles Parker

          Ted,
          Norton Fishman MD at 301-330-6515 has done a good job with Lyme and keeps up with the literature – and moreover is right up there near you in MD.
          cp

  • Susan Mahan

    I have a 7 year old son with autism and would be interested in viewing your Oct. 16th web seminar on “Impulsivity” with Dr. Parker. My son is being treated by a “Defeat Autism Now” physician and we have already done a Spect Scan, however I’d like to know more about neurotransmitter testing, etc., especially relating to his ongoing impulsive behaviors. Please send me details on how to view the Oct 16th web seminar. Is auditing possible?

    Thanks,
    Sue Mahan
    P.O. Box 239
    Mount Gretna, PA 17064
    717-964-3035

    bill.mahan@verizon.net

    • http://www.CorePsychBlog.com Dr Charles Parker

      Sue,
      Last first: No, ODU is putting on the meeting, – the money, CEUs etc, are all on their nickle, and they haven’t modified their $ protocol on previous inquiries. That ‘Impulsive’ one will, however, be filmed for later DVD distribution, but the actual presentation will be live, not webinar. This will be a very comprehensive program/day in Norfolk, and would significantly augment what you and your DAN doc are already doing. The more you know about brain the better the intervention process.

      Take a look at this page to download more on Neurotransmitter testing, with an interesting article on testing and ASD. Stay tuned at that page as I will continuously be adding more info there in pdfs and videos as they become available [and I find the time].

      The Virtual ADHD is only via webinar, and will cover the meds, specifically stimulant meds used for ADHD. That one is live, and is available for review at this CorePsych Blog post.

      Thanks for asking, hope to see you there. If you do come down make sure you come up and introduce yourself!
      cp

    • http://www.CorePsychBlog.com Dr Charles Parker

      Susan -
      Just talked to ODU yesterday and they do have some improved specials for even small groups – so do give them a call at the Impulsive Brain Link here.
      tnx
      cp