Ever wondered how it feels to lose control over your own mind?
Intrigued by the mysteries of the human brain and autoimmune diseases?
Dive into this gripping story of a young woman's journey through unexplained illness, misdiagnoses, and an eventual life-altering discovery. Learn about the instrumental work of renowned neurologists like Dr. Russo, Dr. Najjar, and Dr. Josep Dalmau, as they unravel the enigma of anti-NMDA-receptor encephalitis.
Ever wondered how it feels to lose control over your own mind?
Intrigued by the mysteries of the human brain and autoimmune diseases?
Dive into this gripping story of a young woman's journey through unexplained illness, misdiagnoses, and an eventual life-altering discovery. Learn about the instrumental work of renowned neurologists like Dr. Russo, Dr. Najjar, and Dr. Josep Dalmau, as they unravel the enigma of anti-NMDA-receptor encephalitis.
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#1
Did New York City's Bedbug Scare Trigger a Hidden Psychosis?
01 Jan 1970
02:28
02:28
#2
Battling the Unknown: From Vermont Getaway to Interviewing John Walsh Amid Health Crisis
01 Jan 1970
02:39
02:39
#3
Could Upper East Side Psychiatrist Unravel a Month of Madness?
01 Jan 1970
02:01
02:01
#4
NYU Langone’s Lifeline: Susannah’s Battle with Mysterious Illness
01 Jan 1970
02:08
02:08
#5
Could Dr. Najjar's Diagnosis be the Key to Unlocking a Medical Mystery?
01 Jan 1970
02:47
02:47
#6
Dr. Dalmau's Breakthrough: Unraveling Anti-NMDA-Receptor Encephalitis
01 Jan 1970
03:07
03:07
#7
Can Susannah Cahalan's Remarkable Journey Through Illness and Recovery Inspire Us All?
01 Jan 1970
03:19
03:19
#8
Rebuilding Life: From Hell's Kitchen to NY Post Triumph
01 Jan 1970
02:18
02:18
#9
How Did Dr. Dalmau's Research and a Chance Encounter Save Emily Gavigan's Life?
01 Jan 1970
02:49
02:49
#10
Final Recap
01 Jan 1970
03:46
03:46
About Author
Susannah Cahalan is an American journalist and author best known for her memoir "Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness." The book chronicles her harrowing experience with a rare and mysterious autoimmune disease, anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, which caused severe psychiatric and neurological symptoms. Cahalan's detailed account sheds light on the challenges of diagnosing and treating rare medical conditions and has contributed to greater awareness and understanding of the disease. Her work has been widely praised for its insightful and compelling narrative.
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