Week 5 Mastering Hormone Evaluation in Clinical Practice

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Join Dr. Brandon Brock as he dives into "The Menopausal Brain," discussing the complex relationship between hormonal changes and brain health during menopause. Dr. Brock explains how hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and cortisol affect neurotransmitters, mood, cognition, and overall brain function. He also covers key hormone metabolites, hormone ratios, and their impact on brain plasticity, mood disorders, and neuroprotection.

Dr. Brock walks you through interpreting urinary hormone panels and offers practical clinical insights into treating patients with hormonal imbalances, including mood disorders, cognitive decline, PTSD, and more.

Key Points:
🌸 How estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone affect brain neurotransmitters (serotonin, GABA, dopamine)
😰 The role of progesterone in anxiety, panic attacks, and PTSD
🧠 Understanding hormone metabolites and their impact on brain health
🧘‍♀️ Cortisol's influence on stress, mood, and cognition
📝 Practical applications for hormone testing and management in perimenopause and menopause
⚖️ Estrogen dominance and its impact on mood and cognition
🧪 Using hormone panels for personalized treatment

⏰ Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction of Dr. Brandon Brock
4:01 - How hormones and neurotransmitters influence the brain
6:00 - Estrogen’s role in serotonin and dopamine
10:13 - Progesterone’s impact on GABA and brain plasticity
13:02 - Testosterone and dopamine: Motivation and mood regulation
16:00 - The role of GABA and glutamate in sleep, anxiety, and PTSD
30:10 - Understanding hormone metabolites and lab test interpretation
47:05 - Testosterone, DHT, and their impact on mood and aggression
53:41 - Estrogen dominance and its effects on mood and cognition
1:01:00 - Cortisol and its role in stress management and mood
1:07:43 - Closing thoughts and practical advice for clinicians

Resources Mentioned:
🌐 Vibrant Urinary Hormone Panel: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/test...

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