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The Dr. Jud Podcast

Dr. Jud Brewer

Health & Fitness

Frequency: 1 episode/22d. Total Eps: 92

Welcome to the Dr. Jud podcast. I am an addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist. My lab first at Yale and now at Brown University has been researching how our brains form negative behavior patterns, bad habits and addictions, and the specific techniques needed to create lasting change. My aim with this podcast, is to use every day issues that we all struggle with from anxiety to emotional eating to self judgment to help us understand how our minds work so that we can put them to work for us. I'll show you how you can use your brain to overcome the habits and “everyday addictions” that are holding you back. And along the way, you'll learn how helping yourself can help create a kinder and more compassionate world. Thank you for your interest in learning how to work with your mind.-Dr. Jud Brewer

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Habit Change Addiction - Can a Smartphone App Help You Eat Mindfully?

Saturday, February 7, 2026 • Duration 15:56

Evaluating the Quality of Smartphone Apps for Overeating, Stress, and Craving-Related Eating Using the Mobile Application Rating Scale

In this episode, Dr. Jud dives into the realm of mobile health apps targeting overeating, stress-related eating, and cravings, based on the paper Evaluating the Quality of Smartphone Apps for Overeating, Stress, and Craving-Related Eating Using the Mobile Application Rating Scale by Isabelle Moseley, Alexandra Roy, Alana Deluty, and Judson Brewer. The study reveals a significant variation in app quality and underscores the importance of evidence-based design for health outcomes. Dr. Jud discusses how the lack of regulation and clinical validation for many apps leaves consumers vulnerable, while apps like Eat Right Now, backed by clinical research, show promising results in addressing maladaptive eating behaviors through mindfulness. Learn about the future of digital therapeutics and how to choose apps that can genuinely impact behavior change.

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Moseley, I., Roy, A., Deluty, A., & Brewer, J. A. Evaluating the Quality of Smartphone Apps for Overeating, Stress, and Craving-Related Eating Using the Mobile Application Rating Scale. Current Addiction Reports, 2020. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40429-020-00319-7

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Habit Change Addiction - HRV as a Predictor of Smoking Cessation Success

Saturday, January 31, 2026 • Duration 13:57

Meditation-Induced Changes in High-Frequency Heart Rate Variability Predict Smoking Outcomes

Dr. Jud explores a pivotal study linking mindfulness meditation and heart rate variability (HRV) to smoking cessation success. This episode delves into how acute changes in high-frequency HRV during meditation correlate with reduced cigarette consumption over time. By examining the physiological underpinnings of self-regulation and addiction, Dr. Jud highlights how HRV may serve as a biomarker to tailor interventions. Tune in to uncover how meditation can reshape the body's stress response and support lasting behavioral change.

Reference:
Libby DJ, Worhunsky PD, Pilver CE, Brewer JA. Meditation-induced changes in high-frequency heart rate variability predict smoking outcomes. Frontiers in Human Neuroscience. 2012;6:54. DOI: 10.3389/fnhum.2012.00054

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Mindfulness and meditation - The Neuroscience of Awakening: Mapping Meditative States

Saturday, November 29, 2025 • Duration 21:10

Mapping Complex Mind States: EEG Neural Substrates of Meditative Unified Compassionate Awareness

In this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and Dr. Poppy Schoenberg explore the neural mechanisms behind advanced meditative states, specifically those linked to non-duality, emptiness, and awakened awareness. Using EEG, this study mapped brain activity during different stages of Indo-Tibetan essence-of-mind meditation, revealing decreased self-referential processing and increased executive control in regions such as the anterior cingulate cortex and insula. The findings suggest that meditative states of deep compassion and awareness involve distinct neural patterns, challenging conventional models of consciousness. Tune in to discover how meditation transforms the brain and fosters selfless awareness.

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Schoenberg, P. L. A., Rufa, A., Churchill, J., Brown, D. P., & Brewer, J. A. (2018). Mapping complex mind states: EEG neural substrates of meditative unified compassionate awareness. Consciousness and Cognition, 57, 41–53. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.concog.2017.11.003

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Habit Change Addiction - Integrated Care for Anxiety and Substance Use: A Game-Changer

Saturday, November 22, 2025 • Duration 16:25

A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Psychosocial Interventions for Persons with Comorbid Anxiety and Substance Use Disorders

In this episode, Dr. Jud dives into the comprehensive findings of a meta-analysis on psychosocial interventions for individuals facing the dual challenge of anxiety and substance use disorders. This research sheds light on the efficacy of treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and integrated care in addressing anxiety, alcohol consumption, and substance use. Join us as we explore the transformative potential of these interventions, the complexities of treating co-occurring conditions, and the pressing gaps in research for broader substance categories like opioids and methamphetamines.

Reference: Nardi, W. R., Kelly, P., Roy, A., Becker, S., Brewer, J., & Sun, S. (2024). A systematic review and meta-analysis of psychosocial interventions for persons with comorbid anxiety and substance use disorders. Journal of Substance Use and Addiction Treatment, 165, 209442. DOI: 10.1016/j.josat.2024.209442

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Mindfulness and meditation - Borderline Personality Disorder and the Brain: A Computational Perspective

Saturday, November 15, 2025 • Duration 18:12

A Computational Account of Borderline Personality Disorder: Impaired Predictive Learning About Self and Others Through Bodily Simulation

In this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer, Dr. Sarah Fineberg, and Dr. Philip Corlett explore an innovative computational psychiatry model of borderline personality disorder (BPD). Social dysfunction is a core feature of BPD, and this study proposes that individuals with BPD struggle with predictive learning about self and others due to deficits in embodied simulation—using one's own bodily experiences to infer the mental states of others. The discussion covers how computational models can help explain emotional dysregulation, attachment disruptions, and the instability of interpersonal relationships in BPD, offering new insights into treatment approaches. Tune in to discover how neuroscience, machine learning, and psychiatry intersect to deepen our understanding of personality disorders.

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Fineberg, S. K., Steinfeld, M., Brewer, J. A., & Corlett, P. R. (2014). A computational account of borderline personality disorder: Impaired predictive learning about self and others through bodily simulation. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 5, 111. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2014.00111

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Habit Change Addiction - Mindfulness Training in Addiction Recovery: Insights from a Pilot Study

Saturday, November 8, 2025 • Duration 16:22

Mindfulness Training and Stress Reactivity in Substance Abuse: Results from a Randomized, Controlled Stage I Pilot Study

In this episode, Dr. Jud delves into groundbreaking research comparing mindfulness training (MT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for individuals with substance use disorders. This pilot study investigates the role of mindfulness in managing stress and addiction, highlighting its potential to reduce psychological and physiological stress responses. Learn how MT could become a viable treatment option alongside traditional therapies, the challenges faced during the study, and what these findings mean for the future of addiction treatment.

Reference: Brewer, J. A., Sinha, R., Chen, J. A., Michalsen, R. N., Babuscio, T. A., Nich, C., ... & Rounsaville, B. J. (2009). Mindfulness Training and Stress Reactivity in Substance Abuse: Results from a Randomized, Controlled Stage I Pilot Study. Substance Abuse, 30(4), 306-317. DOI: 10.1080/08897070903250241

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Mindfulness and meditation - The Mind-Heart Connection: Can Mindfulness Improve Cardiovascular Health?

Saturday, November 1, 2025 • Duration 16:51

Mindfulness and Cardiovascular Disease Risk: State of the Evidence, Plausible Mechanisms, and Theoretical Framework

In this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and Dr. Eric Loucks explore the growing body of research on mindfulness and its potential role in reducing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. With CVD remaining the leading cause of mortality worldwide, this integrative review examines how mindfulness may impact key risk factors such as smoking, diet, physical activity, obesity, blood pressure, and diabetes regulation. The discussion also unpacks the plausible mechanisms—improved attention control, emotion regulation, and self-awareness—that could explain mindfulness’s effects on heart health. Tune in to discover how mindfulness could be a game-changer for preventive cardiology and overall well-being.

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Loucks, E. B., Schuman-Olivier, Z., Britton, W. B., Fresco, D. M., Desbordes, G., Brewer, J. A., & Fulwiler, C. (2015). Mindfulness and cardiovascular disease risk: State of the evidence, plausible mechanisms, and theoretical framework. Current Cardiology Reports, 17(112). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11886-015-0668-7

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Habit Change Addiction - Awareness as a Game-Changer for Smoking Cessation

Saturday, October 25, 2025 • Duration 13:44

Awareness, Affect, and Craving During Smoking Cessation: An Experience Sampling Study

In this episode of the Dr. Jud podcast, we explore the groundbreaking study on how mindfulness impacts smoking cessation. Researchers examined the role of awareness, positive and negative affect, and craving through an experience sampling method. With real-time data from smokers using a mindfulness-based app, the study reveals fascinating insights into how awareness can influence craving, mood, and smoking behavior. Join Dr. Jud and his guests as they unpack the findings and discuss the potential of mindfulness to transform smoking cessation efforts.

Reference: Sala, M., Roos, C. R., Brewer, J. A., & Garrison, K. A. (2021). Awareness, Affect, and Craving During Smoking Cessation: An Experience Sampling Study. Health Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1037/hea0001105

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Mindfulness and meditation - Mindfulness at Work: A Game Changer for Performance and Well-Being

Saturday, October 18, 2025 • Duration 25:33

Contemplating Mindfulness at Work: An Integrative Review

In this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and his colleagues explore the growing impact of mindfulness in the workplace. As organizations like Google, Aetna, and the U.S. Army integrate mindfulness programs, research is uncovering how mindfulness enhances attention, emotional regulation, decision-making, and resilience. This study presents a comprehensive framework linking mindfulness to key workplace outcomes, including performance, leadership, teamwork, and employee well-being. Whether you’re a leader, employee, or researcher, tune in to discover how mindfulness is reshaping the way we work, manage stress, and cultivate healthier workplace cultures.

Full Reference:
Good, D. J., Lyddy, C. J., Glomb, T. M., Bono, J. E., Brown, K. W., Duffy, M. K., Baer, R. A., Brewer, J. A., & Lazar, S. W. (2015). Contemplating Mindfulness at Work: An Integrative Review. Journal of Management, 20(XX), 1–29. https://doi.org/10.1177/0149206315617003

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Habit Change Addiction - How Mindfulness Apps Help Teens Kick the Habit

Saturday, October 11, 2025 • Duration 17:22

Feasibility of a Smartphone App with Mindfulness Training for Adolescent Smoking Cessation: Craving to Quit (C2Q)-Teen

In this episode, Dr. Jud highlights a groundbreaking pilot study that examines the feasibility of a mindfulness-based smoking cessation app tailored for teenagers. Based on the paper Feasibility of a Smartphone App with Mindfulness Training for Adolescent Smoking Cessation: Craving to Quit (C2Q)-Teen by Lori Pbert et al., the episode delves into how mindfulness helps teens recognize and manage cravings. Despite similar abstinence rates across the app, a non-mindfulness app, and written materials, the Craving to Quit app stood out for reducing cigarette consumption in adolescents who continued to smoke. Dr. Jud explores the implications of these findings and the potential of app-based mindfulness interventions to provide accessible and impactful smoking cessation tools for adolescents.

Reference:
Pbert, L., Druker, S., Crawford, S., Frisard, C., Trivedi, M., Osganian, S. K., & Brewer, J. Feasibility of a Smartphone App with Mindfulness Training for Adolescent Smoking Cessation: Craving to Quit (C2Q)-Teen. Mindfulness. 2019. DOI: 10.1007/s12671-019-01273-w

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