Neurotoxicity
Could you comment on the term neurotoxicity and how this relates to drug and alcohol use? Is there a point where neurotoxicity becomes irreversible? Like with chronic methamphetamine use etc. I remember reading that it has to do with how quickly the drug causes dopamine release, and then how much dopamine is released (Ex: Smoking Meth worse then eating meth). The reason I ask is because I think it is discouraging to addicts who think they have caused irreparable damage and the term "Neurotoxicity" has the stigma of being irreparable. Interested to hear your thoughts. Thanks again for everything that you do!
Non-ionizing radiation's effects on the brain
I'm very curious as to what the effects are, if any, of non-ionizing radiation on the human brain. Over the last few years with the advent of cell phones and now air pods, we are being exposed to significantly higher amounts of non-ionizing radiation than ever before. Unfortunately the internet is filled with articles heavy on opinion, but light on fact. Does non-ionizing radiation heat up the brain? If the brain exhibits local warming can this be a problem? Can it cause headaches or other side-effects or are these psychosomatic? What about brain tumors? There was a lot of buzz a few years ago that excessive use of cell phones might cause brain tumors. Is there a realistic mechanism for non-ionizing radiation to causs tumors? Is there a certain level of exposure we should stay under to reduce the risk of long-term damage from the radiation?
CPAP? Sleep Studies? Should we all be taping our mouth shut at night?
My Father recently was prescribed a CPAP. I have seen great improvements as a result of him using one. I often struggle with sleep. Is a sleep study, cpap, mouth tape, etc - something everyone should do? As you often say, sleep is a foundational aspect of health, it would be great if more people, including myself, could benefit from cpap or more insights into the quality of sleep. Thank you!