224 The Brain-Gut Connection

Applying Implementation Science to the New Paradigm of Autoimmune Diabetes: Preserving Beta Cells Through Early ScreeningThe Brain-Gut Connection: Exploring Pediatric Gastrointestinal PsychologyIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts introduce Dr. Ali Navidi, a clinical psychologist and founder of GI Psychology. Dr. Vedi specializes in the brain-gut connection and works with children and families to manage chronic gastrointestinal and stress-related conditions. The conversation covers topics such as the significance of the brain-gut connection, the role of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and hypnosis in treating disorders like IBS, and the impact of diet, sleep, and exercise on mental health. Dr. Vedi discusses the importance of understanding and treating hypervigilance, catastrophic thinking, and visceral hypersensitivity in patients. The episode also explores hypnosis as a therapeutic tool, its applications in various conditions, and its integration with CBT. Additionally, the challenges of persuading parents to accept psychological explanations for their children's symptoms are highlighted, along with the complex interplay of trauma and gastrointestinal issues.00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge00:28 Upcoming Event Announcement01:03 Guest Introduction: Dr. Ali Navidi03:01 Understanding the Brain-Gut Connection04:53 Impact of Lifestyle on Mental Health06:20 Managing IBS with CBT12:02 Challenges in Diagnosing Pediatric Conditions20:31 Exploring Hypnosis in Clinical Practice28:01 Entering the Flow State in Sports and Surgery30:35 Hypnosis for IBS and Abdominal Pain33:02 Hypnosis and Trauma Therapy37:59 The Role of GI Psychology39:32 Challenges with Medicaid and Insurance52:45 Managing Chronic Pain with Mindfulness and Hypnosis55:47 Concluding Thoughts and FarewellSupport the show🔴 Subscribe for more Doctor stories like this:  🎧Apple and give us a 5-star review. Read more on the TPL Website SOCIAL Media Pages =============================== 📝 - Substack🎧 - PODCAST👥 - FACEBOOK🐦 - TWITTER📸 - Instagram➡️ - LinkedinThe Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.