Racheed M Mani M.D.

About

Racheed Mani, M.D., is a resident physician in neurosurgery at the Stony Brook University Hospital. He previously studied medicine at Stony Brook Medicine, and received his degrees in Biochemistry and Psychology at New York University. He was also a contributor to Psych Central Professional.

Recent Posts

What Does Wartime Exposure to Metals Mean for Child Development?

Exposure to wartime contaminants is significantly implicated in impaired neurodevelopment of infants and young children. We need to explore this more.

The Middle East's Mental Health Crisis

Amidst death and destruction, the mental health ramifications of endless conflict in the Middle East continue to leave an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to survive.

The Microbiome and Its Potential Link to Emotions and Behavior

Can the gut microbiome impact temperament and emotional regulation in babies? This study suggests a potential link between the two.

Brain Changes in Bipolar Patients on Anti-Psychotics

Can certain antipsychotic drugs alter brain composition in patients with bipolar disorder with psychotic features?

Infections in Pregnancy and GABA Neuron Development

How infections in utero can impair neuronal development in the baby

Concussion Can Affect How the Brain's Hemispheres Communicate

How concussion leads to visible structural and functional changes within the brain.

Can fMRI Predict Psychiatric Symptoms in Children?

Recent evidence suggests that neuroimaging could potentially serve as a screening tool for psychiatric conditions.

Epilepsy and Depression: Learning From the Ian Curtis Story

The Joy Division lead singer's battle with epilepsy and the depression therein is both haunting and all too relevant to those marred by epilepsy today.

Depression and Dementia

Depression can have lasting ramifications later on in life.