In this powerful episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, we dive deep into the hidden dangers of repetitive brain trauma and the groundbreaking treatments reshaping mental health recovery.
Bruce sits down with Sam Peterson, a retired EOD technician, mental health advocate, and founder of Mind Spa, to explore revolutionary approaches to PTSD and brain injury healing. From Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and deep TMS to experiential ketamine therapy, Sam shares firsthand insights into the cutting-edge treatments transforming lives—especially for veterans struggling with PTSD, depression, and neuroinflammation.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ How repetitive head trauma affects mental health and brain function
✔️ Why mainstream mental health treatments often fail veterans and athletes
✔️ The science behind TMS, deep TMS, and ketamine therapy for PTSD and depression
✔️ How Sam Peterson’s Mind Spa and the Invictus Project are breaking barriers in brain health treatment
✔️ Why integrating alternative therapies with lifestyle changes is key to recovery
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Repetitive Brain Trauma
02:35 Meet Dr. Pam Arnell: A Lifelong Commitment to Service
06:45 Transitioning to Focus on Veterans and First Responders
08:08 Understanding 22-0 and Its Mission
10:52 The Persistent Suicide Rate Among Veterans
15:39 Challenges with Traditional Therapy Models
21:07 Innovative Approaches: RTM and Emotional Management
27:09 The Effectiveness of 22-0's Protocols
33:30 Barriers to VA Recognition and Funding
37:54 How to Access 22-0's Services
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