ABOUT DR. ADDY
Dr. Nii Addy is a Yale professor, neuroscientist, and mental health advocate. As a sought-after speaker, Dr. Addy engages audiences through his expertise in the brain biology of anxiety, depression and addiction, his familiarity with effective psychological interventions, his perspective as a Black scientist in the midst of ongoing racism and racial injustices, and as a person of faith.
As the creator and host of powerful town hall events, he has built unique partnerships between scientists, clinicians, educators, faith leaders, entertainers, professional athletes, and community and mental health advocacy groups.
In these engaging town hall conversations, panelists discuss topics at the intersection of neuroscience, mental health, faith, culture, and social justice. His research and community work has garnered national media attention, including coverage by National Public Radio (NPR), Newsday, the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA), The Source Magazine, Chuck Norris, STAT, Relevant Magazine, Proto Magazine, Smithsonian Magazine and others.
Dr. Addy's Research
Dr. Addy leads a scientific research team at the Yale School of Medicine. His lab investigates the brain processes underlying depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. He and his team also investigate new potential therapies for mental health challenges. Dr. Addy presents scientific lectures, seminars, and keynote talks at community events, K-12 schools, and at colleges throughout the United States and Europe. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple scientific journals, reviews grant applications for the National Institutes of Health, and serves on the Board of Trustees for The Carver Project.
The biology of behavior offers tools for a holistic approach to increase good habits and decrease bad habits, including how talk therapy, exposure therapy, meditation, spirituality, and more can impact the brain’s pre-frontal cortex to regulate emotion and decision making. Guest: Nii Addy, Ph.D., Albert E. Kent Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine.
In this enlightening episode of the Jude 3 Project Podcast, we dive into the intricate workings of addiction with a distinguished guest, Dr. Nii Addy, a renowned neuroscientist. Join us as we explore the science behind addiction and uncover strategies for overcoming its grasp on individuals and communities.
Mental Health & Faith
Dr. Addy encourages and equips audiences to embrace the use of holistic, integrated approaches to mental health. He speaks frequently on the intersection of mental health, faith, and neuroscience.
God cares about your mental health! We sometimes forget that. We sometimes feel embarrassed or ashamed to talk about our struggles with anxiety, depression, addiction, or other emotional or mental health challenges. But the church should be the safest place in the world to bring our deep, intimate, and painful struggles! Today, Dr. Nii Addy brings together the word of God with cutting edge research from the fields of psychiatry and psychology as he discusses mental wellness and the church!