This Is Your Brain On Drugs Psychiatry Podcast
Cody Armstrong, MDJoin Cody Armstrong as he takes you on an adventure through psychiatric medications and beyond, breaking down these oft misunderstood drugs into easy, concise, and digestible pearls with his patented punk rock flare and a healthy dose of real science. Come explore these drugs like never before in fascinating detail whether you are a student, nurse, doc, patient, or just want to learn more. Listen ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 102 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessMental HealthEducation | |||
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Today I will continue with weight loss medications, and we will focus on two of the newer options. First the phentermine/topiramate ER combination pill known as Qsymia. Then I will talk about the naltrexone/bupropion combination pill known as Contrav... more
Today we will finish up the medications for ADHD with the remaining non-stimulant medications. There are actually quite a few non-stimulants with more than half being used off label. I will talk about the alpha 2 agonist medications guanfacine and cl... more
We have finally finished going over lifestyle factors for obesity and mental health and will start talking about medications. Today I start with medications that you should be considering first line, including phentermine and several others that you ... more
Today we will be moving from the stimulant medications to the so called non-stimulants. Stimulants include methylphenidate and amphetamine as well as modafinil. There are actually quite a few non-stimulants with more than half being used off label. I... more
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- The Only Unadulterated Psychiatry Podcast
As someone who has spent years navigating a labyrinth of psychiatric diagnoses and medication plans—often with little explanation from clinicians—discovering Dr. Cody Armstrong’s podcast has been profoundly validating. Psychiatry appointments, in my experience, rarely shed light on why a specific drug is prescribed or how it actually acts in the body. The pharmacodynamics, receptor profiles, and possible interactions remain frustratingly opaque, forcing patients like me to hunt for clarity indep... more
Apple Podcasts5SollDenh
United Kingdoma month ago - Incredible Resource for MH Professionals
The Punk Rock Psychiatrist Podcast by Dr. Cody Armstrong is absolutely amazing. I’ve been binge-listening from the beginning and have learned so much along the way. Dr. Armstrong delivers complex psychiatric and neuroscience concepts in a way that’s efficient, practical, and easy to understand. My knowledge and confidence as a PMHNP-BC have grown exponentially since I started listening. This podcast is an invaluable resource for any mental health professional who wants to deepen their clinical u... more
Apple Podcasts5Julie@Ohio
United States6 months ago - Psych Pearls
As a new practicing PMHNP, I am so thankful I came across this gem of a podcast! Full of useful insight and information as well as giving me so many psych pearls that might have been learned the hard way. Thank you Dr. Armstrong for your time and dedication to make each episode informative and free without ads/conflicts of interest. I listen daily on my way to work and appreciate your expertise. As you said, psychiatry is both a science and an art. Thanks again!!
Apple Podcasts5LashlersUnited States7 months ago - Adult ADHD
Great show generally, but the adult ADHD guest seemed to be over-pathologizing the human condition and adding himself into the 'I have ADHD, too' despite being super successful category. I think this does a lot of disservice because I truly believe that we all hate, drag our feet and avoid doing things that are boring, or not interesting to us. Yup, some people run late chronically, whereas some people are always on time because they were brought up to arrive early or have an internal belief t... more
Apple Podcasts2OaklaniloUnited States8 months ago - Excellent
5/5 Will listen again. Informative and interesting , which is to say, quite an accomplishment given the sheer number of podcasts that are as numerous as grains of sand and just as dry.
Apple Podcasts5professional reviewer certUnited States9 months ago
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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A deep dive into psychiatric medications and related health topics, with a strong focus on pharmacology, clinical decision-making, and practical guidance for real-world practice. Episodes frequently explore weight-loss drugs, ADHD medications (stimulants and non-stimulants), antidepressants, and the dynamics of therapeutic relationships, placebo effects, and patient education. Across installments, the host blends historical context, evidence-based critique, and actionable dosing or management tips, often highlighting safety, insurance hurdles, and how lifestyle factors intersect with medication outcomes. A standout angle is the host's punk-rock persona and clear commitment to evidence while challenging industry hype, making complex topics a... more
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