Daniel Amen

Daniel Amen is a renowned psychiatrist and New York Times best-selling author. He is widely known for his work in the areas of brain health, relationships, and mental health. His groundbreaking research and breakthrough findings in the field of brain health have earned him the national and international recognition of both professionals and patients alike.

Amen is board-certified in both adult and child psychiatry, and has authored numerous books, as well as over 70 research publications. He has had a long and esteemed career, having started off as an assistant professor at UCLA School of Medicine in 1984 after graduating from the University of Southern California and Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara with an MD degree. Since then, he has held a number of teaching positions at UCLA, the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Amen has gained profound recognition across the scientific community for his expertise in cognitive brain imaging and his innovative use of advanced brain imaging technologies. Amen has developed and conducted research into the correlations between mental illness and exercises, nutrition, and environmental factors. He has led teams of researchers in investigations into the connection between brain health and addiction, mood disorders, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Amen’s most well-known work is his book Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, which he co-wrote with Dr. Mark Hyman. This book explains the connection between how we think and how we feel and how our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors are impacted by our brain chemistry. It offers practical advice on how to take control of our behavior and emotions, taking into account the correlation between brain chemistry and lifestyle habits, such as nutrition and physical activity.

Amen is also the author of another New York Times best-seller, Magnificent Mind at Any Age, which outlines the steps to maintain optimum mental health and learn the brain exercises needed to boost mental performance. The book provides effective and practical advice to both children and adults who are looking to maximize their mental health.

In addition to his written works, Amen is also the CEO and founder of Amen Clinics, which is aimed at providing in-depth assessment and treatment for brain-based challenges. Amen Clinics offers a unique approach to mental health that blends science, compassion, and personalized care. Amen is also the founder and chairman of Amen Solutions, Inc., an online brain health assessment and management platform.

Amen continues to be one of the top experts in the field of brain health and his research and books have helped countless people manage and improve their mental health and overall quality of life. He is a true pioneer who has revolutionized how we understand and approach mental health, and whose work has greatly influenced how treatment is administered both inside and out of the clinical setting.