Memory Health Matters: Practical Tips & Strategies with Rena Yudkowsky, MSW
In this episode of the Let's Talk Brain Health podcast, host Krystal interviews Rena Yudkowsky, a professional memory coach and geriatric social worker. With over 20 years of experience, Rena offers valuable insights on how midlifers and seniors can maintain and improve their memory.
She discusses her journey into gerontology, the importance of memory health, and differentiates between normal age-related memory changes and signs of cognitive decline. The episode also provides practical tips—including the 'Forget Me Not Spot,' mental imagery, and sensory engagement—to enhance memory.
Rena highlights four key lifestyle factors—diet, exercise, social stimulation, and cognitive engagement—that play crucial roles in brain health.
The episode concludes with Rena emphasizing the importance of confidence in aging and some emerging trends in memory enhancement technologies.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
01:06 Rina's Background and Passion for Memory Coaching
02:38 Understanding Memory Health
05:12 Normal vs. Abnormal Memory Changes
09:35 Practical Tips to Boost Memory
18:45 Lifestyle Factors for Memory Health
22:16 Challenges and Overcoming Memory Issues
25:09 Future of Memory Enhancement and Brain Health
26:22 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts
Resources:
- Learn more about Rena and her work on her website.
- Join Rena’s MPower “brain training Whatsapp group”
- Read more about memory in Rena’s chapter on memory in the “Caregivers Advocate” book by Debbie Compton
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