Much of the science of brain aging has focused on understanding cognitive decline and reducing risk for dementia. But brain health is more than the absence of disease. This talk explores a broader, more proactive approach to brain health that considers the interacting cognitive, emotional, physical, social and environmental factors that shape how we think, feel and function across the lifespan. Drawing on research examining positive and negative modifiers of brain health, including physical activity, emotional health, chronic stress, and social and vascular factors, Dr. Dotson discusses opportunities to move from identifying risk toward building resilience. She also considers how brain health equity and the translation of science into accessible, real-world strategies can help move the field toward a future in which we not only work to prevent decline but actively support healthier brains throughout life. Register for Season