Better Thinking podcast · Episode 166

Dr Stevan NikolinUnderstanding How Depression Affects Brain Activity

Hosted by Nesh Nikolic ·

Dr Stevan Nikolin

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Dr Stevan Nikolin

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Nesh Nikolic

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Dr Stevan Nikolin

A conversation with Nesh Nikolic, Canberra clinical psychologist.

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In this episode of Better Thinking, Nesh Nikolic speaks with Dr Stevan Nikolin about understanding how depression affects brain activity and how this knowledge is being used to develop new treatments and improve existing ones.

Dr Stevan Nikolin is a Neuroscience Fellow at the Black Dog Institute, specializing in the intersection of brain activity and depression. As both a neuroscientist and clinical researcher, his work focuses on developing and optimizing treatments for depression, including non-invasive brain stimulation, ketamine, and psilocybin. His research also explores the enhancement of cognitive functions through brain stimulation and cognitive electrophysiology (EEG).

Additionally, Stevan applies EEG techniques to uncover deeper insights into the pathophysiology of clinical disorders like depression, aiming to drive innovation in mental health treatment.

Episode link at https://neshnikolic.com/podcast/stevan-nikolin

General information only. This episode is a conversation for general education and is not a substitute for advice from your own health professional. If you need support now, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24 hours, a service of Lifeline Australia). In an emergency, call 000.

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Strategic Psychology is a Canberra practice offering counselling and assessments for adults, children, adolescents and couples. Medicare rebates are available to eligible clients with a referral.