Substacks recommended by Jason Shimiaie MD | Fundamentals of Mental Health

Recommended by Jason Shimiaie MD

Cutting-edge insights and expert analysis on the latest ideas and innovations shaping the future of health and science

Scientific Horizons brings attention to innovations in the intersection of neuroscience and mental health. Nicolas Hubacz is clear and informative in how he describes neurobiology and focuses on the exciting ways it is advancing our approach to treatment of mental health conditions. I highly recommend following this publication to learn more about the future of neuroscience and psychology.

- Jason Shimiaie MD

My Fertile Brain 🧠

By Manuela Kouakou

Science-informed writing on postpartum mental health, nervous-system regulation, and the emotional labor of parenting 🤍

Trauma to Strength

By Leon Macfayden

I write about PTSD, trauma, depression, suicide, and schizophrenia for people who’ve survived the worst and are still standing so they can feel seen, stay alive, and slowly rebuild a life worth living.

Trauma Champions

By Ron Huxley

More than a newsletter—it’s a path to becoming a Trauma Champion. Each issue equips you with practical tools, soulful insights, and next steps to heal, grow, and lead trauma-informed change in your family, workplace, and community.

Michael’s Substack

By Michael Kirsch

Practicing gastroenterologist and writer, giving readers a peek behind the curtain of the medical profession.

On Traumatic Narcissism

Psychoanalyst, author, teacher. www.danielshawlcsw.com. Also see https://www.routledge.com/authors/i21146-daniel-shaw

Having a narcissist in your life can be a traumatic experience. Whether or not they are well intentioned or acting out of selfishness, their behavior can undermine and confuse your own emotional well-being.

- Jason Shimiaie MD

Jayne Gumpel

A poem is a doorway where the heart steps out of hiding. A few true words soften what was armored~ and something begins to heal.

Neuroscience & Wellness

Neuroscience & Wellness explores how brain science connects to everyday life, turning research into practical tools for balance, creativity, and well-being.

Cultesh by Christina Zayas

Exploring the psyche’s raw edges, the patterns that police your desire, and the power that comes from integrating what refuses to behave.

This is great to read for those struggling in active relationships with narcissists or recently breaking free from abuse.

- Jason Shimiaie MD

Narcissism, Trauma, Fame and Power

By Dr Simon Rogoff

How does narcissism help us understand the links between trauma, fame and leadership? And can we understand the sometimes shocking behaviour of those we choose to be inspired by? I am a clinical psychologist interested in fame and power.