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Dr. Adam Chan, M.D. of Synaptic Psych in East Memphis, recently joined Memphis Police Chief C.J. Davis and local leaders at the UTHSC Norfleet Forum last Friday to discuss critical strategies for community health and violence prevention. At Synaptic Psych, we are dedicated to bringing cutting-edge, FDA-cleared solutions to the Memphis area to address trauma and […]
Optimizing your mental health is a journey often paved with new technologies and promising protocols. One such advertised method, Optimized, Neuroplasticity-Enhanced techniques in Depression (ONE-DAY TMS), has garnered attention for its compressed timeline and combined approach. However, the Clinical Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Society (CTMSS), dedicated to evidence-based practice, has recently issued a statement advising caution […]
Setting the Record Straight: Understanding TMS, Exomind, and Wellness Claims You may have seen headlines and advertisements suggesting a new breakthrough in “brain wellness” or “performance enhancement.” A recent article in Vogue and subsequent marketing by medical spas has spotlighted Exomind, a device manufactured by BTL Industries LTD.. These sources promote it for wellness interventions. While these claims […]
For decades, water fluoridation has been hailed as one of the greatest public health achievements of the 20th century. However, in recent years, it has become a flashpoint for debate. From social media threads to state legislatures, concerns have grown: Is the fluoride in our water supply harming our children’s developing brains? A groundbreaking study published […]
We often talk about the “healing power” of taking a break, but for many healthcare professionals, those breaks are spent staring at a screen. Whether it’s scrolling through Instagram, catching up on TikTok, or watching YouTube, digital devices have become the go-to escape from the high-pressure environment of the clinic. However, a new study published […]
A New Horizon in Depression Treatment: Flow Neuroscience tDCS Device Receives FDA Clearance! Exciting news for those battling Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)! The Flow Neuroscience tDCS device has just received FDA clearance, marking a significant step forward in accessible and innovative depression treatment. This non-invasive, at-home device offers a promising new option, especially for individuals seeking alternatives or […]
When standard medications and therapy fail to lift the weight of Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD), medical technology offers a different path. Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Therapy uses a small, FDA-approved device—often called a “pacemaker for the brain”—to target the body’s natural neural highways. How the Device Works Unlike daily pills, VNS is an implantable system. During a short outpatient procedure, […]
In the world of mental health, a diagnosis has long been a binary: you either meet the criteria for a disorder, or you don’t. But as any clinician (or patient) knows, human experience rarely fits into a neat little box. A recent article by Mark Moran in Psychiatric News highlights the work of the APA’s Future of DSM […]
Is There a Difference Between Ketamine and Esketamine (Spravato) for Depression? The discovery of ketamine’s and esketamine’s rapid antidepressant effects has been called the greatest breakthrough for depression research in the last 60 years. There is a big debate about whether there is a significant clinical difference between the two forms: racemic ketamine (used off-label for […]
Are you covered in 2026? 2025 is coming to a close and it’s important to know when your health insurance plan is set to renew. Every year in January, Health Insurance deductibles and out of pocket expenses reset on many insurance plans. Now is the time to learn how your plan may change so you […]