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Host Wendy Jones sits down with Lynn Breuer, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Dementia Practitioner, and Senior Director at Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit, along with Beth Seelbach, Certified Dementia Practitioner and social worker, to discuss how aging affects brain health and what people can do to maintain cognitive wellness.

Lynn explains that while some cognitive decline is a normal part of aging, there are proven ways to strengthen the brain through neuroplasticity, lifelong learning, quality sleep, and intentional mental challenges. She also shares practical strategies for keeping the mind active and reducing risk factors associated with cognitive decline.

Key Highlights in this Episode:

• Understanding Cognitive Aging:Learn why changes in memory, focus, processing speed, and depth perception are common with age—and why they don't necessarily signal dementia.
• The Power of Neuroplasticity:Discover how the brain continues forming new neural connections throughout life and why learning new skills, languages, or instruments can help strengthen cognitive function.
• Challenge Your Brain: Find out why repeating the same puzzles or games isn't enough and why trying unfamiliar, mentally demanding activities provides the greatest benefit.
• Why Sleep Matters: Lynn explains how deep REM sleep supports memory consolidation, reduces amyloid production, and plays a critical role in maintaining long-term brain health.

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