Wellbeing (Video)

Dr. Rick Hecht explains how cortisol, a hormone commonly associated with stress, impacts the body, showing it to be one of the most influential and complicated chemicals the body produces. Series: "Wellbeing " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31305]

Best-selling author Dr. Deepak Chopra shares the exciting results of a recent study he conducted showing the numerous health benefits of frequent meditation. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31170]

Dr. Mimi Guarneri, President of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, explains the concept of epigenetics, or the activation and deactivation of specific genes, and how our lifestyle choices play a much larger role in our overall health than our genes. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31187]

Dr. Rick Hecht points out the various functions of the autonomic nervous system and explains the division between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31307]

Dr. Rick Hecht shows empirical evidence suggesting the strength and stability of someone’s social life may actually alter their stress response architecture, making them more or less prone to high levels of stress. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31309]

Dr. Rick Hecht goes over the distinction between mantra meditation and mindfulness since the two seem to affect one’s physiology in different ways. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31311]

Dr. Rick Hecht shows the statistical evidence that seems to demonstrate those who suffer from depression may be less likely to relapse into a depressed state when practicing mindfulness based cognitive therapy as compared to those using medication. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31312]

Dr. Rick Hecht explains that not all stress should be actively avoided, and shows that mindfulness can increase the likelihood that you respond properly to challenges and stay calmer when presented with threats. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31313]

Dr. Rick Hecht talks us through a study that indicates the prominent effects regular mindfulness meditation can have on those trying to kick their cigarette addiction. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31314]

Dr. Rochelle Zak speaks on the characteristics of narcolepsy, and the disorder’s accidental discovery by scientists investigating obesity. Series: "The UC Wellbeing Channel " [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 31199]