Amen Clinics

Amen Clinics is a group of mental and physical health care clinics that focus on the treatment of a variety of conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and traumatic brain injury. The clinics were founded by Daniel G. Amen, a psychiatrist and brain disorder specialist who advocates for the use of brain imaging in psychiatric treatment.

History

Amen Clinics was founded in 1989 by Daniel G. Amen, a psychiatrist and brain disorder specialist. The first clinic was opened in Fairfield, California, and since then, the organization has expanded to include multiple locations across the United States.

Approach

Amen Clinics uses a unique approach to diagnosis and treatment, which involves the use of brain imaging technology, specifically SPECT, to identify underlying brain dysfunction that may be contributing to psychiatric conditions. This approach is based on Dr. Amen's belief that understanding the physical structure and function of the brain is essential to effective psychiatric treatment.

Services

Amen Clinics offers a range of services, including psychiatric evaluations, therapy and counseling, medication management, and brain imaging. The clinics also offer specialized programs for conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and traumatic brain injury.

Criticism

While Amen Clinics' approach has been praised by some for its focus on the physical aspects of mental health, it has also been criticized by others in the medical community. Critics argue that the use of brain imaging in psychiatric treatment is not supported by sufficient scientific evidence and that it may lead to overdiagnosis and overtreatment.

See also

• Psychiatry
• Brain imaging
• Mental health