Functional Medicine Approaches to Anxiety & Depression

$249.00

Total Length – 7 Hours of CE:

Laying the Foundation for Anxiety and Depression
Emerging Science Spotlight: The Gut-Microbiome Connection
Complete Mental Health Laboratory Assessment
Food and Nutraceutical Interventions in Supporting Mental Health
Going Deeper: Addressing Anxiety and Depression with a Functional Medicine Approach

Category: On Demand

Discuss root-causes of anxiety and depression through the biopsychosocial-spiritual model of mental health.
Determine the role of pharmacogenomics in addressing these conditions and determining appropriate therapy.
Review research on new treatment options including psychedelics.
Observe the relationship between anxiety and depression and other chronic conditions.
Discuss the Pharmacist’s role in addressing anxiety and depression<./li>

Describe the relationship between the gut microbiome and brain function. (AKA the gut-brain axis).
Discuss how alterations in the microbiome and intestinal permeability can impact anxiety, depression, and cognitive function.
Review literature of specific probiotic strains with evidence for improvement in mood-related disorders.

To review and understand common and advanced lab work as it relates to:

Inflammation, depression and anxiety: glucose, insulin, hs CRP, IL-6, ferritin, and more.
Hormonal testing, depression and anxiety: Estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid and cortisol.
Microbiome testing,depression and anxiety: bacterial, zonulin, sIgA, calprotectin, candida, parasites, and more.

Discuss the role of the Standard American Diet in the etiology of mental health conditions like depression and anxiety.
Provide the Food Rx for reducing inflammation and supporting mental health.
Recommend nutritional supplementation for supporting mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression.