Genetic Testing Genomind The Genecept Assay Test Panel at a Glance Pharmacodynamic GENE PHYSIOLOGICAL ROLE IMPACT OF MUTATION TREATMENT IMPACT Serotonin Transporter (SLC6A4) Protein responsible for reuptake of serotonin from the synapse Inhibition of this protein by SSRIs, which may lead to increased risk for non-response/side effects Use caution […]
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“Everyone seems to be talking about fat these days. That fat somehow is good now and can help with weight loss and disease prevention. How can that be true when for decades we all were told that fat was the bad guy?” asks this week’s house call. “What are its benefits? […]
Perlmutter’s Guide to the Glycemic Index Whether you are sick, well, overweight, metabolically compromised, experiencing brain issues, or just want to preserve your mental wellbeing, understand that the Glycemic Index plays a pivotal role. Choose foods with a lower GI while making sure they are gluten-free. This will maintain healthy levels […]
Happy New Year to all my fellow ADHD friends. Remember, you DO NOT have a disorder. I hate that. You have a very unique temperament and many gifts. The major problem is that this temperament is created in the prefrontal cortex of your brain. That controls “executive functioning”.. that […]
Pets play a major and significant role in our lives. Many studies have indicated that having a pet in the home is particularly good for elderly people that live alone. They become a part of our family. Our Bassett Hound, named of course, Sigmund (but we called him Siggie,) died […]
Book/Audio Suggested Reading: Shadow Syndromes, by John Ratey, M.D. Driven to Distraction, by Edward Hollowell, M.D. Women With Attention Deficit, by Sari Solden Crazy Busy, by Edward Hollowell, M.D. Taking Charge of Adult ADHD, by Russell Barkley, PhD Straight Talk about Psychiatric Medications for Kids, by Timothy Wilens, M.D. Online resources: […]
ADHD… Perspectives by Penny I hope I can accomplish through the privilege of writing this blog helping someone gain more insight into understanding the challenges of living with ADHD every day. And I have to put this disclaimer in: these are all my opinions, not those of Dr. Jones. “Our […]
I’m glad to be back! We have had technical issues with our site for several weeks. Everything should now be operational. FYI, in case you didn’t catch this before, I’m a “sport bitcher”. I love complaining, and being sarcastic, especially about “the system”. After 52 years of observation and study […]