Neuronutrition: A Review for Mental Health Clinicians and Other Related Professionals [1-hour]   (MEMBERS ONLY)

Webinar Objectives:

• Define neuronutrition and other related topics.
• Understand the implications of neuronutrition for the field of mental health and other related systems of care.
• Understand offending.

Description:

Neuronutrition is an evolving multidisciplinary field that incorporates methodologies from established fields such as nutrition, neurology, and neuroscience. Research in neuronutrition can help improve our understanding of how nutrition and diet influence the development and trajectory of neurological, psychiatric, and other conditions. Further, the application of neuronutrition findings has the potential to improve the assessment and treatment of clients with these conditions. As such, professionals are strongly encouraged to pursue advanced education and training in neuronutrition. This training provides an overview of neuronutrition, the benefits of a neuronutrition-informed approach, and different populations addressed by neuronutrition research. Empirically based research findings will be highlighted throughout this training.

Presenter Biography:

Jerrod Brown, Ph.D., M.A., M.S., M.S., M.S., M.S., M.S. is a professor, trainer, researcher, and consultant with multiple years of experience teaching collegiate courses. Jerrod is also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS) and founder and co-editor-in-chief of Forensic Scholars Today. Jerrod has also provided consultation services to a number of caregivers, professionals, and organizations pertaining to topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), confabulation, suggestibility, trauma and other life adversities, alexithymia, executive dysfunction, criminal recidivism, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and youth firesetting. Jerrod has completed six separate master’s degree programs and holds graduate certificates in Applied Pediatric Nutrition, Medical Biochemistry, Exercise Prescription, Neuroscience and the Law, Neuropsychology, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Dyslexia, Other Health Disabilities (OHD), and Traumatic-Brain Injuries (TBI). In 2021, Jerrod completed a post-doctoral certificate in Leadership and Organizational Strategy from Walden University and a Professional Certificate in Forensic Psychology from San Diego State University Global Campus. In 2023, Jerrod completed a diabetes care and education certificate from Central Arizona College. Jerrod has also conducted over 300 workshops, webinars, and on-demand trainings for various organizations and professional and student audiences. Jerrod has published several articles and book chapters, and recently, co-edited the book Forensic Mental Health: A Source Guide for Professionals (Brown & Weinkauf, 2018) with Erv Weinkauf. Jerrod has also been quoted in various magazines, newspapers, and other professional outlets. Jerrod is also regularly featured on several national and international podcast programs. ​

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