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BrainStorm by UsAgainstAlzheimer'sAuthor: Meryl Comer, UsAgainstAlzheimer's
BrainStorm, a podcast series by UsAgainstAlzheimers, features conversations with doctors, researchers, authors and luminaries, people living with dementia and their caregivers. Well delve into what matters most to you about your brain and ask questions about keeping your memory sharp and maintaining optimal brain health. Learn about the latest in the science of longevity, Alzheimers and cognitive disease research. Well look at disparities in diseases, and equity and access for all. New episodes, hosted by Meryl Comer, are available first and third Tuesdays of every month. Join Us! Language: en-us Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep 108: Strengthening Your Brain Against Stress - Strategies for Lifelong Brain Health with Sandi Chapman (pt 2)
Episode 108
Monday, 18 May, 2026
BrainStorm wants to hear from you! Send us a text.In this episode of BrainStorm by UsAgainstAlzheimers, host Meryl Comer continues her conversation with Dr. Sandra Bond Chapman, Founder and Chief Director of the Center for Brain Health at UT Dallas, about how to build a more resilient brain in the face of modern life's relentless stressors. Dr. Chapman breaks down the difference between acute and chronic stress, explains why accepting cognitive decline is a myth, and challenges the popular belief that brain games are an effective prevention strategy. She shares practical, science-backed techniques — from possibility thinking and single-tasking to strategic rest and reframing stress — that can meaningfully strengthen the brain at any age. The conversation also touches on retirement as a critical risk period for cognitive decline and the remarkable findings of brain gains even years into a dedicated brain health practice. Whether you're 30 or 80, this episode makes the case that your brain is dynamic, trainable, and worth investing in — starting today.Produced by Susan QuirkSupport the show
