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In the last 20 years, a surge of research has aimed to find ways of mitigating age-related cognitive decline, showing healthy diet, physical activity, bilingualism, volunteering, mindfulness training, "gamified" puzzle training, and playing music can help older adults maintain physical and cognitive fitness. Dr. Alain's talk examines the unique promise shown in playing music. 

Promoting Healthy Aging Through Music Activities

Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) in therapy recently passed phase three clinical testing in the U.S. and U.K. Dr. Kilgard's talk explores ongoing studies that show VNS can enhance recovery in neurological injury, including spinal cord injury, ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). 

Promoting Recovery in People With Chronic PTSD, Stroke or Spinal Cord Injury

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Why, with so much progress in neuroscience, behavioral science and technology, are population mental health outcomes so dire? Dr. Tom Insel – neuroscientist, psychiatrist, former director of the National Institute of Mental Health and author – expands the approach to mental health from a narrow medical model to a recovery model based upon the three P’s – People, Place and Purpose. 

Path to Healthier Brains

How may individual differences in social and emotional development shape mental and physical health? Dr. Tang's talk delves into findings from her interdisciplinary research, investigating individual differences linked to temperament in children and adolescents (e.g., shyness) and exposure to early adversities (e.g. child maltreatment or neglect). 

Differences in Social-Emotional Development and Mental Health

Cognitive decline is NOT inevitable.  Your brain changes as you live and age, and that is a good thing! Sarah Lock, AARP's senior vice president of policy and brain health, and executive director of their Global Council on Brain Health, shares insights on how to sustain brain-healthy behaviors. 

Staying Sharp

Dr. Kelley specializes in the evaluation and study of neurological causes of impairment in memory and cognition. 

Impairment in Memory and Cognition

How do changing hormonal conditions shape the human brain? And what does healthy aging look like for women’s brain health? Dr. Emily Jacobs, associate professor in psychological and brain sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara, explains the structural and functional changes that occur as the brain ages – and what those changes mean for women’s health.

New Science for Women's Brains

Dr. D'Mello also serves as faculty with the Department of Psychology at The University of Texas at Dallas, an external fellow of UTD's Center for Vital Longevity, and an affiliate of the McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT. 

The Cerebellum in Cognition, Development and Disorders

A cognitive neuroscientist by training, Dr. Iyengar leads cutting-edge research, drives thought leadership on global aging issues, and cultivates relationships and strategic alliances to promote AARP’s vision in service of older adults everywhere. 

CANCELED: Advancing Brain Health and Well-Being in Older Adults

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Become proactive about minimizing distractions. Create ways to eliminate the most common distractors within your workspace.  


Diverge From Habits That Distract

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The brain thrives on innovation. Challenging yourself to consider a wider range of perspectives when communicating can strengthen your connections. 

Communicate From a New Perspective

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Confidence can be developed through practice. Forcing yourself, despite anxiety, to pursue a positive goal helps you overcome that anxiety over time. 

Generate Patterns of Self-Belief

Center for BrainHealth leads scientific research to enhance and restore the brain. Learn how to exercise your brain to work better and faster today!

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