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#347: Left vs Right Brain: The NEW Science Behind ADHD, OCD & Childhood Development With Dr. Robert Melillo
About this episode
In this episode, I'm thrilled to sit down with Dr. Robert Melillo, a clinical neuroscientist with nearly 40 years of experience decoding the mysteries of the brain and how our modern lifestyle—and especially technology—are changing it.
If you've ever worried about what all that screen time means for your kids' developing brains (or your own), this conversation is going to give you a whole new perspective.
What we discuss:
Left/right brain imbalance and modern tech's impact ... 00:12:31
Gut health, peptides, and foundational health tips ... 00:05:37
Dr. Melillo's journey, research, and clinical experience ... 00:08:04
Technology's rapid evolution vs. brain adaptation ... 00:12:31
Making brain health more accessible ... 00:15:39
Biohacking brain interventions: risks and basics ... 00:17:34
ADHD, OCD, and the connectivity problem ... 00:20:14
How brain imbalances manifest and can be changed ... 00:23:45
Root causes: movement, milestones, and environment ... 00:39:09
Functional treatment: targeted, practical steps ... 00:47:25
Technology, lifestyle, and the left-brain epidemic ... 00:55:50
Correcting imbalances at any age ... 01:06:02
Dr. Melillo's resources and how to learn more ... 01:14:38
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