Every teenager has mood swings. What parent hasn't joked about holding on for dear life through the hormonal surges, rebelliousness and surliness that turns life with a teenager, or tween, into an unpredictable roller coaster ride? But for an increasing number of parents, their child's anxiety, depression, aggression, or OCD isn't just 'teenagitis' -but more alarming symptoms and behaviours that don't often respond to conventional treatment. Enter Dr. Kenneth Bock, founder of Bock Integrative Medicine, bestselling author and a world renowned expert on the immune gut-brain axis, brain inflammation, and the biological causes that manifest as psychological disorders. Bock's highly sought-out practice has transformed into a haven for thousands of neurotypical kids whose symptoms reflect such a broad range of psychiatric problems that he's begun to classify them along an entirely new spectrum which he's calling the MDS (Mood Dysregulation Spectrum). Through Bock's uncanny detective work, he frequently uncovers: · OCD and tic disorders caused by post-strep infection · Anxiety and fatigue as a result of adrenal dysfunction · Depression, lethargy, separation anxiety, mood swings, and paranoia precipitated by gluten sensitivity · Heavy metal (lead, mercury) toxicity displaying as ADHD, cognitive dysfunction and emotional instability, and more It is Bock's revolutionary approach to tween and teen mental health that enables him to help countless kids heal, reclaim their joy and fulfil their potential. In BRAIN INFLAMED , Bock will provide an authoritative investigation into the broad array of symptoms that lie on the Mood Dysregulation Spectrum (MDS), the possible biological causes of these symptoms, and a detailed approach to treatment. Divided into three parts, the first will introduce the reader to the MDS and a thorough overview of the gut-brain connection and the delicate balance of the immune system.
The second part will provide a detailed explanation of the biological dysfunctions that can create psychological illness including inflammation, hormonal imbalance, adrenal dysfunction, hypothyroidism and more. And finally, the third part will explore in depth a wide array of potential treatments, from the very basic (dietary modification, nutritional supplements, probiotics and herbs) to the more complex options (combination antibiotics, CBD and more). In BRAIN INFLAMED, Bock won't suggest that parents diagnose or treat their own children, but will empower them to ask the key questions crucial to fast-tracking their child toward the appropriate evaluation and treatment they need. This book will help parents be fully informed about the possibilities, the controversies and treatment options available to them, offering realistic hope to millions of kids and their families seeking direction, answers and peace of mind.