Former Justice O’Connor: A leader in dementia awareness
Sandra Day O’Connor was more than just the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. She was a fierce advocate for dementia awareness.
Tag Archive for: brain health
The connection between intellectual activity and brain health
Being intellectually engaged may benefit the brain, which means it’s important to learn and practice new skills.
Newest BrainBeat podcast offers tips for dementia caregivers
The latest BrainBeat podcast features Dr. Maureen O’Connor and spotlights the difficult journeys of dementia caregivers.
Lifestyle changes for better brain health
In this rousing Q&A, Dr. Gary Small shares how small lifestyle changes over time can lead to better brain health.
When age is really just a number
SuperAgers are people who are over 80 years old with the cognition of a 50- or 60-year-old. How did they get that way?
The connection between nutrition and brain health
Healthy nutrition helps us to stay fit and live better lives. Certain diets are especially good for brain health.
From neuropsychologist to young adult novelist
Katie Keridan spent the first 12 years of her career as a pediatric neuropsychologist; then she decided to work with kids in a different way.
How TMS treats depression
In this Q&A, Dr. Jeff Daskalakis explains the science behind TMS, and how magnetic waves treat depression.
My experience treating depression with magnetic waves
After a lifetime of battling depression, one woman turns to magnetic waves to trigger change in her brain.
How social connections can improve brain health
Social connections are yet another part of life that contribute to brain health. NAN’s latest video explains why and how.