When the Brain Changes the Self: Personality, the Frontal Lobes, and FTD

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Welcome to The Psych Studio Podcast — your window into the fascinating world of the mind. In each episode, Dr. Tom Kiely will explore the inner workings of the brain, the science of mental health, and the complex psychological forces that shape our thoughts, emotions, and everyday lives. This is The Psych Studio Podcast. Where psychology comes to life. Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/rock-your-surfboard License code: 343U0UCD8ZHJYTRD

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When the Brain Changes the Self: Personality, the Frontal Lobes, and FTD

The Psych Studio Podcast

46 minutes 30 seconds

5 months ago

When the Brain Changes the Self: Personality, the Frontal Lobes, and FTD

Keywords

Die Hard, Bruce Willis, personality change, frontotemporal dementia, neuropsychology, Phineas Gage, brain disorders, emotional impact, caregiver burden, identity, Bruce Miller, UCSF

Summary

In this episode, Dr. Tom Kiely explores the profound impact of brain disorders on personality and identity, using the iconic film 'Die Hard' and the story of Bruce Willis as a backdrop. He discusses the historical case of Phineas Gage to illustrate how brain injuries can alter personality, and delves into frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a condition that robs individuals of their character and affects their loved ones. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding these changes through the lens of neuropsychology and the need for support for families dealing with such challenges.

Sound bites

"The brain shapes who we are."

Chapters

00:00 The Impact of Die Hard on Tom's Life

10:12 Understanding Personality Changes in Brain Disorders

15:08 The Story of Phineas Gage: A Historical Perspective

20:29 Exploring Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)

26:23 The Family Experience with FTD

29:37 The Role of Neuropsychology in Understanding FTD

45:59 Living with FTD: Support and Resources

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