The Biochemistry Behind Mood & Mental Health Struggles with Dr. Jason Loken

Are you or those you help seemingly doing all "right things" but still feeling stuck? That competitive drive, those controlling tendencies, or that persistent anxiety might actually be rooted in our biochemistry. 

In this episode, Dr. Aimie sits down with Dr. Jason Loken to explore how hidden biochemical imbalances can create patterns of depression, anxiety, and behavioral challenges that talk therapy alone cannot resolve. Dr. Loken shares how under-methylation, a copper-zinc imbalance, and pyroluria can fundamentally affect your physical and mental well-being.

They’ll also discuss why certain traits run in families, how a copper-zinc imbalance can affect postpartum mental health, and why some children struggle with focus and emotional regulation. Dr. Loken breaks down the science behind these biochemical patterns, explains how these biochemical imbalances can be identified, and shares actionable steps for addressing the root cause of these imbalances.

They’ll talk more about:

• How under-methylation is connected to depression and anxiety
• The behavioral traits commonly associated with under-methylation (competitiveness, control issues, obsessive compulsive tendencies, etc.)
• How to properly test for methylation imbalances 
• How a surge in copper levels during pregnancy can lead to postpartum mood disorders
• Why "managing stress better" is nearly impossible with certain imbalances
• How pyroluria strips the body of key nutrients that help create the feel good chemicals like serotonin and dopamine 
• The connection between these biochemical imbalances and autoimmune conditions
• And more!

Whether you're a practitioner looking for more comprehensive approaches to mental health, a parent concerned about your child's behavior, or someone personally struggling with persistent symptoms, this episode offers valuable insights into how balancing your biochemistry might be the key to finally feeling like yourself again.

Guides, Tools & Resources:

• 3 Most Common Biochemical Imbalances - Discover the common biochemical imbalances that are frequently at the core of mood and trauma patterns. Learn how these imbalances are identified and addressed to help improve emotional well-being.
• Biology of Trauma (the book) - How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It. Please join us in the Insider’s Circle where you can pre-order your copy and receive monthly readings with Dr. Aimie.  

Related Podcasts:

• Episode 90: Beyond Talk Therapy: Addressing the Biochemical Basis of Behavior & Changing Our Response
• Episode 92: ​​How Chaos of Early Childhood Trauma Affects Our Adult Nervous System

Related Youtube Videos: 

• The Copper to Zinc Ratio You Need For Healing From Trauma
• Are You Predisposed to Trauma?

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