NewsWMNF Tampa Community RadioAugust 10, 2026Hillsborough
Dr. Harvey discusses the use of biomarkers in diagnosing mental health disorders
Dr. Harvey examines the current lack of laboratory testing in psychiatric practice and explores the potential role of inflammatory markers, hormones, and neurotransmitters in diagnosing mental disorders. The article reviews existing scientific evidence for this approach and suggests ways individuals might explore these biological factors independently.
Read the full story at WMNF Tampa Community RadioWhy It Matters
This article highlights a potential shift in diagnostic standards for mental health, which could influence how patients and providers approach treatment planning and medical testing.
Key Facts
- Current psychiatric practice typically does not utilize laboratory testing or medical imaging for diagnosis.
- Biomarkers such as inflammatory markers, hormones, and neurotransmitters are proposed as potential diagnostic tools for mental disorders.
- The article argues that the current standard of practice in psychiatry lacks the objective testing found in other medical specialties.
- The author suggests that individuals can take steps to explore their own biological markers related to mental health.
Who's Mentioned
organizationWMNF 88.5 FM“The media outlet that published the article.”personFred Harvey“Host of WMNF Tampa’s “Healthy Steps” and functional medicine practitioner.”personDarren“Caller discussing glioblastoma and post-treatment exhaustion.”personEd“Caller discussing medication substitution.”personDr. Harvey“The subject of the article discussing psychiatric practices.”personRod“Caller discussing night urination and diabetes.”organizationWMNF Tampa“Radio station hosting the program.”personChristopher“Caller discussing sudden onset depressed mood.”personSusan“Caller discussing Parkinson’s disease and mood changes.”