Join Tick Boot Camp for an exclusive live interview from the ILADS Conference with renowned neuropsychologist Dr. Leo Shea. Dr. Shea, a past president of ILADS, shares groundbreaking insights into the physiological underpinnings of psychiatric and psychological symptoms in Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.
Key Takeaways:
- The historical shift from viewing psychiatric conditions as theological to recognizing their physiological basis
- The importance of a multidisciplinary approach involving both medical and psychological professionals
- The impact of misdiagnosis and "medical gaslighting" on patients’ mental health
- The role of social isolation, loss of purpose, and identity in the healing journey
- How inflammation and infection in the brain can contribute to cognitive and psychiatric symptoms
- The influence of trauma, both past and present, on the presentation of Lyme disease
- The significance of addressing environmental factors like mold and heavy metals
- ILADS’ recommendation for a team-based approach to Lyme disease treatment
Resources & Links:
- Follow the latest ILADS updates: ILADS.org
- Learn more about Dr. Leo Shea: Saint Michael’s College Spotlight
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