Neurodivergence in Mental Wellness | Feat. Dr. Balu Pitchiah | Episode #23
What is Neurodivergence? Do you have trouble with emotional regulation but at the same time are creative? Could you perhaps have characteristics of being Neuro diverse?
By the end of this episode you will have a better discovery of how your brain is wired and a deeper understanding of your own mind.
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Whats on this Episode?
Dr. Balu very gently summarises what Neurodivergence is while discussing common characteristics of neuro diversity.
He also shares statistics on the percentage of people with Neurodiverse traits. He goes on to share how Neurotypical people can be more empathatic.
We then bring awareness into how can we get over our insecurities and be more inclusive and bust multiple myths around the subject, while diving into the Psychiatric understanding of the mind - brain, hormones, neural networks and consciousness.
Listen to the entire episode to understand the world of Mental health from the lens of an expert Psychiatrist.
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Who is Dr. Balu Pitchiah
Dr Balu is a Consultant Psychiatrist, mental health expert and emotional wellness coach.
Voted as the “Doctor of the year 2018”, by the readers of Asian Voice in the United Kingdom, he is well known for his holistic mental, emotional, and behavioural health work focused on reducing the impact in common mental health problems on the functioning of individuals and groups.
Dr Balu had the privilege of studying & working with some of the most accomplished entrepreneurial minds in information technology, media, real estate, sports, and business. He developed an interest in Organisational behaviour and the impact of emotions on decision making in the financial services industry.
He retains a keen interest in the field of neuro-economics and behavioural finance. He has been able to help several professionals successfully overcome anxiety, anger, fear, procrastination, obsessional tendencies, and addictions.
He has expertise in working with high achievers and people with Type A personalities helping them achieve their full potential while minimising the impact of their emotional problems on their work and family life. His treatment approach is holistic, tailored to individual needs working in collaboration with his clients, whom he believes are the experts in their own condition.
Dr Balu is committed to helping his clients achieve their full potential and enjoy a state of physical, emotional, sexual, and spiritual wellness. His other interests include the use of technology in improving access to healthcare, integrated physical and mental health care and promotion of health and wellness.
Dr Balu is a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK, American Psychiatric Association, and the USA. He completed his MBA from the University of Oxford.
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Some TimeStamps for this episode
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(01:17) - Somavedic - EMF Mitigator - Sponsor Message
(02:05) - Dr. Balu's Introduction
(02:47) - Journey into Psychiatry
(03:39) - Fascination with people's stories
(07:45) - Psychology vs. Psychiatry
(08:39) - Stigma attached to Psychiatry
(09:23) - Somavedic - EMF Mitigator - Sponsor Message
(09:43) - Neuro Divergence in Mental Welness Explained
(11:48) - How Neuro diversity is unique
(12:56) - Western vs. Eastern ideologies
(15:28) - Common characteristics
(16:00) - Maintaining wellness & Masking
(18:11) - Being accepted for who you are
(18:58) - Somavedic - EMF Mitigator - Sponsor Message
(19:19) - Science behind Neurodivergence
(20:33) - Typical neurodivergent characteristics
(21:55) - TruthBomb - Neurodivergence doesnt make you lesser
(22:24) - % of People with Neurodivergents
(22:45) - TruthBomb -High Acheivers more likely to have it
(23:29) - Neurotypical people can be more empathatic
(25:18) - MYTH1 - People with ADHD are lazy
(26:04) - MYTH2 - You can Grow out of ADHD
(27:00) - An expert converts information to Insights
(28:08) - Stigma associated with Mental Health Problems
(28:24) - Psychiatric understanding of the mind
(29:08) - Maintenance plan for your Mind
(30:08) - Stimulants quieten the Neurodivergent Mind
(31:30) - Somavedic - EMF Mitigator - Sponsor Message
(31:50) - MYTH3 - Treatment can be addictive
(32:09) - MYTH4 - Making things up for Hyperfocussing
(33:22) - MYTH5 - Women don’t get ADHD
(33:53) - TruthBomb - Women have more stress Masking
(34:35) - Neurodivergence in the Workplace
(36:33) - Daily Routines
(37:09) - Worst Advice recieved
(37:42) - Best advice recieved
(38:11) - Pursuit of relaxation - thoughts on happiness
(38:50) - Shipwrecked
(39:07) - Wear Anjaan’s Footwear
(39:28) - Favourite Quote
(39:44) - Confusion can lead to Clairty
(42:04) - Somavedic - EMF Mitigator - Sponsor Message
(42:48) - Disclaimer and Ending Notes
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Anjaan's Media Links
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Love and Blessings, Anjaan
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