Standard brain MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans and CAT (computerized axial tomography) scans are anatomical studies, and although they can evaluate what a brain looks like physically, they cannot provide information on how well the brain works.

SPECT is an acronym for "Single Photon Emission Computerized Tomography", and it is a sophisticated nuclear medicine study that "looks" directly at cerebral blood flow and indirectly at brain activity (for metabolism).

A small amount of radioactive isotope is injected into the patient's vein, where it runs through the bloodstream and into the brain. The patient then lies on a table for a few minutes while a SPECT "gamma" camera rotates slowly around the head. A supercomputer then reconstructs offline images of brain activity levels.

Daniel G. Amen, M.D., an Internationally recognized expert in brain imaging and child, adolescent and adult psychiatry, uses the studies to help in the diagnosis of head trauma, dementia, atypical or unresponsive mood disorders, strokes, seizures, atypical or unresponsive aggressive behavior and the impact of drug abuse on brain function. Dr. Amen has written numerous books including, Change your Brain, Change Your Life. He has taken thousands of brain scans comparing normal brains and "drug abused" brains and his work indicates that brain scans of people who have abused drugs showed abnormalities.

Another reason to stay off drugs.

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Cutting Edge Conference Reaches Out to Physicians
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CVAC Powers Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson to UFC World Champion
"Every punch I make is a blow to knock out diabetes. My stepfather died because of diabetes," says Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson about his support of CVACâ„¢ (cyclic variations in altitude conditioningâ„¢). (PRWeb May 28, 2007)
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Thousands of Patients Turn to Health Frequency with Positive Results
Victor Dyment, Healer/Scientist, is not what usually first comes to mind when one thinks of a health and wellness expert. He is muscular and academic in appearance, Russian born, and can pass on first glance as an athletic weight lifter or college professor. Appearances–like health–can be deceiving. Dyment is, in fact, the co-author of "A Journey Towards Health" and the founder and leading practitioner of a new branch of alternative medicine, known as Health Frequency. His approach to healing, in combination with the body's natural processes, brings relief to many patients where traditional treatment has failed–and is often a lifesaver. (PRWeb May 28, 2007)
Representing a Healthy Perspective on Cancer Treatment
Alternative cancer treatment facility in Mesa AZ, An Oasis of Healing, launches AnOasisOfHealing.com. Thomas Lodi, MD, Homeopathic Physician and owner of An Oasis of Healing, explains the fundamental steps needed to take to naturally heal cancer. (PRWeb May 26, 2007)
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Coroner calls for review of drug and alcohol legislation - Radio New Zealand

28 May 2007 at 2:07am

TV3 News Coroner calls for review of drug and alcohol legislation
Radio New Zealand, New Zealand - 7 hours ago
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A faithful wife helps husband fight drug addiction - VietNamNet Bridge

27 May 2007 at 1:32am

VietNamNet Bridge A faithful wife helps husband fight drug addiction
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No, You Are Not Losing Your Mind — Swanson Health Products has Huperzine A
Swanson Health Products introduces a high-potency Huperzine A; used for enhancing short-term and long-term memory. (PRWeb May 24, 2007)
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Learn to Heal with Reiki on MysticBoard.com
Life… This is not just a four letter word. In the race to survive against time, people have forgotten what it is to enjoy a beautiful thing called "life". We can enjoy a better quality of life if we look no further than ourselves with a new meaning. MysticBoard.com offers everyone an opportunity to learn the holistic way to heal ourselves and others with Reiki or The Touch Laying Therapy. (PRWeb May 24, 2007)
Swanson Health Products Partners With Kaneka Nutrients - Offers Ubiquinol, th…
Ubiquinol is the only CoQ10 available in its reduced most bioactive form. (PRWeb May 23, 2007)
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Studies Show Meditation and Relaxation Techniques Benefit Performance
A new study shows that relaxation techniques can help athletes recover quicker from workouts. (PRWeb May 23, 2007)
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Bad Breath Bible Gives Hope to Millions of Bad Breath Sufferers
Do you have friends, family members, or co-workers who suffer from bad breath and halitosis? Send them a free copy of the Bad Breath Bible. (PRWeb May 23, 2007)
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