The Afterword on Brain Health part 2

06/07/21 • 35 min

The Afterword: A Conversation About the Future of Words

How can we positively impact our brains as we age? Is dementia inevitable in human development? What does trauma do to our mental functioning? What can we do to reverse or delay cognitive decline?

Our guests this week, Dr. Andrew Budson and Dr. Christy Tangney share the blueprint for brain health and reveal the tools we need to sustain memory, support cognitive functions, and thrive as we get older!

How can we positively impact our brains as we age? Is dementia inevitable in human development? What does trauma do to our mental functioning? What can we do to reverse or delay cognitive decline?

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The Afterword on Brain Health

Do our brains have an expiration date? Are we all bound for cognitive decline?

Dr. Andrew Budson from Boston University and Dr. Christy Tangney with Rush University say absolutely not!

On this episode of The Afterword, Andrew and Christy discuss memory, dementia, cognitive decline, and neuroplasticity. These experts debunk several popular theories about how to keep our minds sharp while giving us insight into what really works for cognitive health. And it's easier to stay alert than you might think!

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The Afterword on Influencing our Communities

How can we offer social, emotional support, be philanthropic, and influence justice while respecting personal agency?

Our community's values get strengthened and the fabric is richly woven when everyone's voice is heard.

David Taylor of Momentum Bike Clubs and Chara Itoka, founder of The Itoka Group, explain that the key to influencing our own circles close to home is to check motivation and remember that reciprocity is vital to develop personal and community growth.