• Oliver Hudson: Untreated ADHD & the Dark Side of Antidepressant Withdrawal
    Jul 28 2025

    What if your lifelong struggles with anxiety, procrastination, and lack of follow-through weren’t personality flaws—but signs of untreated ADHD? In this raw and revealing episode, actor and podcast host Oliver Hudson sits down with his sister, actress Kate Hudson, alongside Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen, for a brain scan reveal that changes everything. Oliver opens up about decades of panic attacks and anxiety, bizarre side effects from antidepressants, and the brutal reality of withdrawal from that medication—only to discover the real issue may have been overlooked all along. From childhood trauma to chasing dopamine, this episode captures the turning point where understanding begins—and hope for a better brain and a better life takes root.

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    38 mins
  • Kate Hudson Unfiltered: Undiagnosed ADHD, Trauma & the Brain Behind Her Spark (Part 1)
    Jul 21 2025

    What happens when you finally see your brain? In Part 1 of this eye-opening series, actress and entrepreneur, Kate Hudson and her podcast co-host brother, Oliver Hudson, join Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen for their brain scan reveal—and the results are as surprising as they are enlightening. From undiagnosed ADHD and childhood concussions to emotional trauma and a strong sense of purpose, Kate opens up about the invisible forces shaping her mind, motivation, and success. You’ll hear why her brain shuts down when it should turn on, how soccer headers left a lasting impact, and the natural tools she’s using to take control. It’s raw, real, and full of insights for anyone who’s ever struggled to focus—or wondered why life feels harder than it should. Stay tuned for Part 2 when Oliver sees his brain scan for the first time.

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    40 mins
  • How to Manage Your Mind When The World is Falling Apart
    Jul 14 2025

    When chaos hits the world, how do you protect your inner peace? In this episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen share real-life tools to manage your mind during turbulent times. From global conflict to personal crises, they reveal how to avoid being hijacked by the 24-hour news cycle, reduce worry and panic, and build true mental resilience. You’ll hear how Tana’s mindset shifted after facing one of her biggest fears—and why prepping for disease, dementia, and depression might be more important than prepping for doomsday. This is your guide to staying grounded when everything feels like it’s spinning out of control.

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    27 mins
  • Brain Health Revolution: How Two Women are Changing Their Lives and the World One Brain at a Time
    Jun 30 2025

    In this powerful episode, Dr. Daniel Amen sits down with two inspiring brain health coaches whose personal journeys prove that healing the brain can transform your life. From inherited trauma and destructive choices to purpose, peace, and passion—they discovered how understanding the brain was the key to lasting change. Now these Amen University brain health coaches on a mission to help others move from emotional pain to resilience, and from scattered focus to extraordinary success. You’ll hear brain health strategies anyone can use, along with real stories of people who’ve overcome ADHD, depression, traumatic brain injuries, and more—and are now sharing the message of hope and healing around the world.

    00:00 Intro

    01:03 Sponsor

    01:25 Barbara’s Story

    05:32 Laura’s Story

    10:56 Elite Brain Health Training

    12:20 Why We Need a Revolution

    14:25 Katie’s Brain Health Discovery

    17:35 You Need to Care About Your Brain

    19:14 The Aftermath of Tragedy

    23:00 Different Expressions of the Same Lifestyle

    26:03 The Amen Whole 4 Blueprint

    28:44 Galileo’s Psychiatrist

    30:55 Winning Over Skepticism

    34:17 Creating Brain Health Leaders

    36:04 The Younger Generation of

    44:27 New Studies on Hope

    45:55 Spreading the Message

    54:46 First Steps for Aspiring Brain Health Leaders

    1:06:39 Sponsor

    1:07:22 Wrap Up

    For more on becoming a voice in the Brain Health Revolution, visit

    www.amenuniversity.com

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Intimacy Anorexia: Are You Starving Your Relationship?
    Jun 23 2025

    What if the pain in your marriage isn’t from fights, cheating, or resentment—but from a hidden condition you’ve never heard of? In this powerful episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen sit down with renowned sex therapist Dr. Doug Weiss to explore Intimacy Anorexia—a silent relationship killer that affects more couples than you might think. Discover the subtle signs, the root causes (including trauma and neglect), and how healing is possible. If you feel more like roommates than soulmates, don’t miss this provocative conversation.

    00:00 Intro

    01:07 Sponsor

    03:37 Intimacy Anorexia in Relationships

    05:55 How Pain Manifests in Relationships

    09:28 Married & Alone

    11:31 Research on Relationship Traumas

    13:30 Narcissism: Paying the Bill

    16:22 Paradigm for Change

    18:32 Origins of Intimacy Anorexics

    21:45 Neglect & Spirituality

    23:31 Clues to Intimacy Anorexia

    25:15 Examining Gender Differences

    28:40 Sponsor

    29:40 Wrap Up

    Dr. Weiss’ new book, Forgiveness for Everyone:

    https://www.amazon.com/Forgiveness-Everyone-Dr-Doug-Weiss/dp/1881292592

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    30 mins
  • Affairs, Porn, and Pain: The Unsexy Truth About Sex Addiction
    Jun 16 2025

    Sex addiction isn’t just about bad behavior—it’s destroying relationships, hijacking brains, and feeding a cycle of guilt and secrecy. In this powerful episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen sit down with leading expert Dr. Doug Weiss to expose what’s really driving unhealthy sexual behavior—from childhood trauma to modern porn culture. Discover the six types of sex addicts, how to know if you or someone you love is in trouble, and what real recovery looks like. Whether you’re struggling, in a relationship with a sex addict, or just want to understand the growing crisis no one talks about—this conversation is for you.

    00:00 Intro

    01:27 Sponsor

    01:50 Doug Weiss

    05:27 What is Sexual Addiction?

    07:27 The Evolution of Sexual Addiction

    09:59 The Arousal Template

    13:37 The Battle for Sexuality

    15:22 The 6 Types of Addicts

    18:04 The Effects of Sexual Trauma

    21:29 Recovery

    25:40 Help for the Partners

    27:41 Bordeline Personality Disorder

    31:27 Finding Support

    33:28 Infidelity vs Sexual Addiction

    35:26 Intimacy Anorexia

    28:12 More About Dr. Weiss

    39:13 Sponsor

    40:01 Wrap Up

    drdougweiss.com

    sexaddict.com

    Dr. Weiss’ new book, Forgiveness for Everyone:

    https://www.amazon.com/Forgiveness-Everyone-Dr-Doug-Weiss/dp/1881292592

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    40 mins
  • Tarek El Moussa: The Painful Secrets Behind His Wild Success
    Jun 9 2025

    “Flip or Flop” star Tarek El Moussa seemed to have it all—hit TV shows, fame, fortune—but behind the scenes, his life was falling apart. In this deeply revealing episode, Tarek opens up to Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen about the hidden brain struggles that shaped his life: birth trauma, multiple mental health diagnoses, alcoholism, cancer, toxic self-talk, and a near breakdown at the height of his career. After a revealing brain scan and emotional conversation, he begins to understand why he’s struggled for so long—and what he can do to finally heal. This is a relatable story of turning pain into passion and rebuilding from within.

    00:00 Intro

    00:44 Sponsor

    01:08 Chance Encounter

    05:45 Why I Am the Way I Am

    08:13 Your Brain is Hurt

    13:23 Coming Off of Meds

    16:09 Turning Pain into Fuel

    18:03 The Birth of the “Flip” Empire

    24:04 The Brain’s Rejection of Success

    26:06 The Last Day as a Family

    31:46 Self-Medication

    34:32 Tarek’s Brain SPECT Scan (Surface)

    36:30 Neuropsychological Testing

    42:04 Mental Hygiene

    48:48 Parents/Self-Talk

    51:33 The Plan

    57:48 Sponsor

    58:36 Wrap Up

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    57 mins
  • Heather Rae El Moussa: On Her Hormones Battle, Past Trauma and Hashimotos Disease
    Jun 4 2025

    Heather Rae El Moussa has spent years in the public eye—becoming a star on Selling Sunset and launching a successful beauty brand. But after giving birth to her son, Heather faced a new set of challenges: crashing energy, mood swings, and a worsening thyroid condition that left her feeling like she was dying. In this deeply personal episode, Heather joins Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen to share how motherhood reshaped her body, brain, and priorities. She opens up about being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, the toll stress and hormones took on her mental health, and why she turned to brain imaging to understand what was really going on inside. Find out what her brain reveals and what she’s doing to stay sharp, centered, and thriving. If you’ve ever felt off after a major life shift, this episode is a must-listen.

    00:00 Intro

    00:44 Sponsor

    01:08 Chance Encounter

    05:45 Why I Am the Way I Am

    08:13 Your Brain is Hurt

    13:23 Coming Off of Meds

    16:09 Turning Pain into Fuel

    18:03 The Birth of the “Flip” Empire

    24:04 The Brain’s Rejection of Success

    26:06 The Last Day as a Family

    31:46 Self-Medication

    34:32 Tarek’s Brain SPECT Scan (Surface)

    36:30 Neuropsychological Testing

    42:04 Mental Hygiene

    48:48 Parents/Self-Talk

    51:33 The Plan

    57:48 Sponsor

    58:36 Wrap Up

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    46 mins