In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is once again joined by Nancy Davis, founder of Race to Erase MS. Nancy discusses bringing leading scientists together through the Center Without Walls to collaborate rather than compete, and the "invisible" symptoms of MS, including depression, mood changes, fatigue, and other issues that can be hard to say out loud. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Adam Kaplin, a physician-scientist whose work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, neurology, neuroimmunology, and the lived experiences of the community with multiple sclerosis. Dr. Kaplin explains more about these invisible symptoms, especially depression, and how treating them can make a difference.

Additional Resources

Race to Erase MS - Funding Multiple Sclerosis Research
Why it's Important to Recognize Signs of Depression in People with Neurologic Disorders

Become a Brain Health Advocate

How Couples Navigate Multiple Sclerosis

Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics

Nancy Davis' Race to Erase Multiple Sclerosis

Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant

Voices from the Multiple Sclerosis Community

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Guests: Nancy Davis @nancypeaceandlove

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Dr. Darby Saxbe, a clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Southern California who is known for her research on the neurobiological underpinnings of the transition to parenthood. She is also the author of the book, Dad Brain: The New Science of Fatherhood and How it Shapes Men's Lives. Tune in as they discuss exactly what "Dad Brain" is and how quality relationships affect the brain.

Additional Resources

Darby Saxbe's Website

Understand Neurological Risks and How to Protect Your Brain During and After Pregnancy

When Being Tired Isn't Normal: Understanding Extreme Sleepiness and Sleep Disorders

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Guests: Darby Saxbe @darbysaxbephd

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

This episode of the Brain & Life Podcast was recorded live at the American Academy of Neurology's Annual Meeting. Co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters were joined by Jen Pollack from Alzheimer's Association, Rich Brennan from ALS Association, and Julienne Verdi from Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy to discuss how advocacy and sharing stories makes a difference. Tune in to hear these field experts share the positive effects of collaboration and advocacy!

Additional Resources

Become a Brain Health Advocate

The Why Behind Your Weakness- ALS Association

ASAP Act- Alzheimer's Association

HEADACHE Act- Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy

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Guests: ALS Association @als; Alzheimer's Association @alzassociation; Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy @allianceforheadacheadvocacy

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD