Dr. Krystal Culler
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Cognitive Connections: Brain Health for All Ages- A Panel Discussion
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Cognitive Connections: Brain Health for All Ages- A Panel Discussion

🧠 Episode Overview:
In this special panel discussion, we explore why brain health matters at every age. Join host Dr. Krystal Culler and three expert guests—LeAnne, Nandita, and Giovanna—for a vibrant, age-inclusive conversation spanning childhood through adulthood. You’ll walk away with fresh insights, surprising truths, and practical strategies to support brain health across the lifespan.

🎧 Tune in to discover:

    • Why brain development and care are critical at every life stage—from kids to adults

  • What everyone should know about the brain, including tips on sleep, stress, and neuroplasticity

  • Myths we need to bust (no, brain health isn’t just for older adults!)

  • A rapid-fire round of actionable tips across the five pillars of brain health:
    🔹 Movement
    🔹 Nutrition
    🔹 Sleep
    🔹 Emotional Well-being
    🔹 Cognitive Fitness

  • Powerful takeaways and messages of hope for every listener, no matter your age

💬 Perfect for:
Parents, educators, students, caregivers, health professionals, and anyone curious about protecting and improving brain health from childhood to adulthood.

00:00 Introduction to Brain Health for All Ages

00:47 Brain Health in Children (Ages 5-9)

04:51 Brain Health in Teens (Ages 11-18)

08:17 Brain Health in Youth (Ages 18-39)

11:08 Brain Health in Adults and General Discussion

13:25 Risk Factors and Protective Factors for Brain Health

26:58 Debunking Brain Health Myths

33:16 Debunking Brain Health Myths for Youth

34:05 Understanding Nutrition for Brain Health

35:43 Brain Health Tips for Adults and Older Adults

39:05 Practical Brain Health Strategies: Movement

43:05 Practical Brain Health Strategies: Nutrition

46:42 Practical Brain Health Strategies: Sleep

50:44 Practical Brain Health Strategies: Emotional Wellbeing

54:35 Practical Brain Health Strategies: Cognitive Fitness

57:12 Final Takeaways on Brain Health

**Recorded live on March 12, 2025, during our Brain Week 2025 events and adapted to this podcast episode.**

Panelists:

🧠 Brain Health Resources by Age Group

Teens:

  • Cognitive Connections – Learn more about Nandita's work, teen brain tools, and her podcast:
    Website | LinkTree

  • My Teenage Brain – Dr. John Coleman shares 10 essential insights on the adolescent brain:
    Read PDF

Youth (18–39):

  • NextGen Brain Health Study – A global research initiative on young adult brain health:
    Study Website

  • Lancet Public Health Article – Research spotlight on dementia prevention in young adults:
    Read Article

  • HFC's Youth Movement Against Alzheimer’s – Activating youth for stigma reduction and education:
    YMAA Program | Free Youth Courses

Adults:

  • Brain Health Basics – Browse infographics for everyday brain health tips:
    View Library

  • Lancet Commission 2024 – Hopeful updates on dementia prevention and care:
    View Report

  • Virtual Brain Health Center Directory – Curated tools, programs, and expert resources:
    Explore Directory

  • Let’s Talk Brain Health Podcast – Expert interviews on topics from hearing to nutrition:
    Listen Here

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