Making Sense of Microplastics: New Research Looks at How Microplastics Build Up in the Brain and Body
Microplastics are a growing concern in the field of environmental health, but their impact on the brain is only beginning to be understood. Joining the podcast to share the latest research on these ti...
24 Syys 202531min
Identifying and Addressing Changes in Decision-Making Ability with Capacity Testing
As an individual develops dementia, they may need support in many areas of their lives. One of these areas is decision-making, particularly regarding health care decisions, but how can someone or thei...
9 Syys 202537min
Mindfulness and Meditation Practices for Living with MCI
Receiving a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia can be an emotional and challenging experience. How can meditative practices support those living with MCI? Buddhist chaplain Sharo...
26 Elo 202526min
Under the FTLD Umbrella: A Deep Dive into Frontotemporal Dementia
Frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD) is one of the most common causes of dementia in individuals under the age of 60, yet it remains lesser known and often misunderstood. From the early symptoms t...
13 Elo 202538min
Helpful or Harmful? New Study Looks at the Impact of Technology Use on Cognition
Smartphones and technology are ubiquitous in nearly every aspect of our lives, but is technology helping or hurting us when it comes to memory and cognition? Dr. Jared Benge, neuropsychologist and ass...
29 Heinä 202544min
Facing the Facts: Looking at the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2025 Annual Report
What is the current impact of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias on the United States? To best understand its significance in 2025, we can turn to the Alzheimer’s Association’s Alzheimer’s Dise...
15 Heinä 202519min
Paying the Price: The Cost of Dementia in 2025
How much does it cost to live with dementia in the United States? The hidden costs are often overlooked, but these numbers and trends are important to understand in order to inform the public and effe...
1 Heinä 202532min
Harnessing Habits: The Power of Routines on the Brain
Everyone has habits. Some are beneficial for brain health while others are less so, but it turns out that habits as simple as brushing your teeth at the same time each morning can help your brain adap...
17 Kesä 202544min
