The Bagnalls’ Story
Jennifer Bagnall was settling into her new marriage when she accidentally came across a disturbing journal entry written by her new husband that said “Hang Myself”. That got her attention quickly and she convinced her husband David to get a brain scan to see what was going on.
Stephen, Firefighter
After living with PTSD for over 10 years, this first responder froze on the job. The guy who had been called to help was the guy who needed help.
Kevin Hines: I Jumped Off The Golden Gate Bridge and Lived
Trigger warning: Mention of Suicide, Suicidal Ideation, Suicide Attempt
On September 25, 2000, 19-year-old @KevinHines approached the Golden Gate Bridge and was determined to end his own life. According to CNN, San Francisco's iconic bridge is the number one suicide spot in the United States and the second most used spot in the world. The bridge has a 98% fatality rate, but Hines...
Navy SEAL Adam Smith on Post Traumatic Growth & Overcoming Past Head Trauma
Have you ever wondered how the grueling intensity of a Navy SEAL's lifestyle affects their brain? In this episode we have Adam Smith, a Navy SEAL who has been involved in some of the most dangerous SEAL missions of the last decade, visiting Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics Orange County to see what's going on in his brain. Now retired, Adam wanted to understand how PTSD, head trauma,...
Catt Sadler on Past Concussions, Alcohol Use and Brain Fog
On this episode of Scan My Brain, entertainment reporter and It Sure Is a Beautiful Day podcast host @cattsadler visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics Orange County to take some preventative measures for her brain health. During her personal health journey, Catt had learned about the importance of brain health and wanted to see what was going on in her own brain in order to discov...
Lisa Bilyeu on Adult ADHD Diagnosis
On this episode of Scan My Brain, Dr. Daniel Amen is treated to a visit by @LisaBilyeu cofounder of Quest Nutrition, Impact Theory, and Women of Impact podcast. Lisa had been struggling with attention issues due to her adult ADHD and was seeking help to keep her operating at full capacity with her many successful business ventures. Dr. Amen shows Lisa her brain SPECT scans, pointin...
Actress Taylor Nurse on Overcoming Lyme Disease & Battling Chronic Headaches
On this episode of Scan My Brain, actress Taylor Nurse visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics to get some information on her brain function. Taylor has been dealing with chronic headaches that she suspected may have been exacerbated by Lyme disease. Dr. Amen reveals what Taylor's brain SPECT scans show, and then he gives her a path forward toward a healthier brain and better life.
Dan Buettner Battling Memory Issues After a Concussion
In this episode of Scan My Brain, Bestselling Author Dan Buettner visits Amen Clinics to see if past concussions have had any lasting impact on his brain. Dr. Daniel Amen and Dan discuss the role that the physical health of the brain plays in mental health conditions, and then Dr. Amen reveals the results of Dan's scan, showing exactly how past physical trauma has manifested in his ...
Bestselling Author David Nurse on Past Concussion & Optimization
In this episode of Scan My Brain, NCAA basketball star turned coach turned author David Nurse visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics for a discussion and brain SPECT scan. David has been on a mission to optimize his brain to become a better instructor for his NBA star clients, and through brain SPECT imaging, Dr. Amen reveals what's happening in David's brain, and how he can get his...
Emma Heming-Willis on Battling Brain Fog & Low Mood
The pandemic may be in our rear-view mirror, but not for everyone. Many people who had COVID—even mild cases—are still struggling with fuzzy thinking, confusion, and trouble concentrating. These neurological issues are called COVID brain fog. It’s one of the most common symptoms in individuals with long Covid, also called COVID long-haulers.
Wilson Phillips Singer Chynna Phillips on Self-Harm, Stress and Feeling “Stuck”
In this episode of Scan My Brain, Wilson Phillips Singer Chynna Phillips-Baldwin pays Dr. Daniel Amen a visit at Amen Clinics Orange County metro area. Chynna had been experiencing significant emotional struggles and made the decision to get a brain SPECT scan for proof. Dr. Amen illustrates how certain areas of brain activity have been affecting her thoughts and emotions, and he th...
Ana Lorena Sánchez Sobre La Lucha Contra Los Pensamientos Ansiosos
La actriz Ana Lorena Sánchez se reúne con Héctor Rodríguez, MD, M.Div. de Amen Clinics Miami/Ft. área metropolitana de Lauderdale para discutir algunos de los problemas que Ana Lorena ha estado teniendo con su salud mental. Después de escanear su cerebro, la Dra. Rodríguez le da a Ana Lorena un plan para avanzar hacia un cerebro más sano y una vida más feliz.
Fitness Titan Kathy Smith on Becoming The Healthiest Version of Herself
In this episode of Scan My Brain, legendary fitness titan Kathy Smith visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics to discover the health of her brain and learn about optimizing it. Dr. Amen and Kathy discuss some of the recent issues Kathy has been facing, and then he reveals the results of Kathy's brain SPECT scans. Based on Dr. Amen's findings, he gives Kathy an action plan to keep her...
UFC Fighter Miesha Tate on Past Brain Trauma & Optimization
In this episode of Scan My Brain, women's MMA pioneer Miesha Tate visits Dr. Daniel Emina at Amen Clinics in Orange County to grapple with her current state of brain health. As Miesha faces a career comeback in the octagon after having two children, she uses brain SPECT imaging to see her brain activity in order to customize a plan to keep it healthy. Dr. Emina weighs in on some of ...
Amanda Burrill Discusses Battle with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
In this episode of Scan My Brain, Navy Veteran, and Journalist Amanda Burrill is joined by Amen Clinics double-board certified Psychiatrist Matthew Romanelli, MD for a discussion on Amanda's brain health after suffering from a traumatic brain injury. Dr. Romanelli reveals Amanda's brain SPECT scan results, which explain why Amanda has been struggling. Dr. Romanelli then gives Amanda...
The Follow Up Brain SPECT Scan with Jessimae Peluso
In this episode of Scan My Brain, our favorite Comedian Jessimae Peluso returns to Amen Clinics to discuss the changes in her brain health with Dr. Daniel Amen and to get a repeat brain SPECT scan (reSPECT) to see how these changes are manifesting in her brain. The scan results revealed by Dr. Amen show how changes in habits and thought patterns can literally affect the physical for...
Megan Pormer Gets Honest About Her Mental Health
In this episode of Scan My Brain, Actress, Model, and Doctor Megan Pormer visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics to get her brain SPECT scan and find some answers to her recent struggles. Megan had been experiencing ADD symptoms, which had been interfering with her work and personal life. Dr. Amen discusses some of the factors that had been contributing to her troubles, illustrating...
Tay Lautner on Battling Past Emotional Trauma & Depression
In this episode of Scan My Brain, Tay Lautner, Founder of The Lemons Foundation and Host of The Squeeze Podcast, visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics Orange County to find some relief from her brain health struggles. As a registered nurse, Tay had experienced a great deal of emotional trauma during the peak of COVID, which had resulted in a barrage of depressive thoughts. With Dr....
Health Coach, Blogger Alexa Luria Opens Up About Her Health Journey with Lyme Disease & Anxiety
In this episode of Scan My Brain, Health Coach and Blogger Alexa Luria visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics Orange County metro area. Alexa had been looking for answers about her bouts with anxiety and decided it was time for a more radical approach. Dr. Amen reveals the results of Alexa's brain SPECT scans, which show the levels of activity within the emotional centers of the bra...
Korn Founder and Guitarist James ‘Munky’ Shaffer Discusses Music, Sobriety, Drug/Alcohol Addiction
In this episode of Scan My Brain, James 'Munky' Shaffer, Guitarist and Founder of the Multiplatinum Band Korn, shares how his past addictions have shaped his life and why his decision to get clean and healthy has radically transformed his life. Dr. Daniel Amen reveals the surprising results of Munky's brain SPECT scans, and the two of them discuss the importance of taking the hard r...
Actor Luke Cook on Addiction, Sobriety and Mental Health
In this episode of Scan My Brain, "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" Actor Luke Cook visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics Orange County to get a brain SPECT scan to see how his brain is functioning. Dr. Amen reveals the results of the SPECT scan, illustrating how past substance abuse has affected the level of activity in Luke's brain. Dr. Amen then gives Luke a plan for healing his ...
Podcaster Kenzie Elizabeth on Battling Anxiety
In this episode of Scan My Brain, Podcaster and Vlogger Kenzie Elizabeth visits Dr. Kandace Licciardi at Amen Clinics Dallas Metro Area to get some answers about her recent bouts with anxiety. Through the process of detailed patient history, cognitive testing, and SPECT brain scans, Dr. Licciardi sheds some light on what's going on inside Kenzie's brain. She then gives Kenzie a plan...
