Many of you have been asking... what is a SPECT scan? It’s a brain imaging tool that shows blood flow and activity, helping our doctors diagnose more accurately and personalize treatment. To make this possible, a safe, tiny amount of isotope (similar to a CT scan) is given during a cognitive assessment. Why then? Because it captures the brain while it’s working. Then it’s scan time. The key? Stillness. Brian used his 20 minutes to sneak in a quick catnap — no movement means a clear, accurate sca

The science underlying brain SPECT imaging | Dr. Daniel Amen

11K views · 10K reactions | Traditional psychiatry is the only medical field that typically does NOT look at the organ they treat. When it comes to treatment, they are basically throwing darts in the dark. At Amen Clinics, we're different. We use leading-edge brain imaging technology called SPECT to help identify patterns in the brain associated with mental health conditions. | Amen Clinics | Facebook