Dr. Victor Carrión: How to Heal From Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

This podcast episode features Andrew Huberman interviewing Dr. Victor Carrión, a leading expert on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), particularly in children. The discussion explores the nature of stress, its impact on brain development, and the crucial link between PTSD and avoidance. Dr. Carrión discusses the importance of understanding triggers and the creation of personalized "toolboxes" to manage stress and PTSD symptoms. The episode also dives into the relationship between PTSD and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), highlighting the potential for misdiagnosis and the unique challenges of treating both conditions concurrently. Finally, the conversation touches on the development of a new yoga and mindfulness curriculum for school children, which has shown promising results in improving sleep and reducing PTSD symptoms.

Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4QoUrYgfxZs7BDv3RcPFIw