People with chronic mental illness who develop dementia need comprehensive, culturally-sensitive and trauma-informed management of both conditions. We will review schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder and alcohol use disorder in older adults and how these chronic illnesses increase the risk of developing dementia. An overview will be provided on evaluations, treatments & medications, and
Join this fun and interactive session to learn some strategies to practice improving memory and ways to maximize brain health. Come play along and challenge your brain! Sponsored by: Download Flyer
Under the umbrella term of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease is only one of the many types that exist. We will take a closer look at many of the non-Alzheimer’s forms of dementia, including Vascular, Lewy Body, Parkinson’s, Frontotemporal, Primary Progressive Aphasia, and other sleep, mood and anxiety disorders. Presented by UCI Health Behavioral Neurologist, Dr. Brian
Join us for a fun, UCLA Longevity Center evidence-based, two session intensive course that teaches healthy brain lifestyles and enhances memory ability. Must attend both sessions. May 15th 12:00 - 1:00 PM May 22nd 12:00 - 1:00 PM Register in advance for this class: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsde-vqTsoE9xqBeqzKB39D5JnuUaldvae After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the
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Is it normal? Or something else? Find out in this special educational event with Dr. Kent Peppard! Kent Peppard, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the assessment of memory and neurocognitive disorders such as Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and various types and causes of dementia. Register in advance for this webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_16reo7qmTVCFUEElsPGdEw
Join us for a 1 hour health education program that identifies six pillars of brain health, reviews age-related changes in memory and learning, explores possible risks and threats to brain health, and outlines practical steps to protect brain health and lower risk of cognitive decline. No RSVP Needed - Attendees must be 60+ years of
Interested in strategies for keeping your brain stronger for longer? Join us for Mind your Brain, based on the latest research from the Cleveland Clinic. Learn about the six pillars of brain health, age-related changes in memory and learning, possible risks and threats to brain health, and practical steps to protect your brain health and
