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In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Dr. Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse for Sleep Awareness Month. Dr. Fong-Isariyawongse is a neurologist at the University of Pittsburgh with specialties in sleep medicine and epilepsy- but her passion extends far beyond the clinic. She is a tireless advocate for public health policies that prioritize sleep, recognizing its foundational role in brain function, mental health, and overall well-being. Dr. Fong-Isariyawongse shares tips for getting good sleep and explains why things like later school start times and changes in the way Daylight Saving Time is observed are important for brain health.
Additional Resources
How Does Daylight Saving Time Affect Health?
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Sleep Smart: How Sleep Impacts Your Health
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Social Media: Dr. Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse @fongsleep
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by journalist Kat McGowan. In 2022, Kat was awarded a fellowship from the Alicia Patterson Foundation to cover caregiving and has been featured in Wired, Popular Science, Scientific American, Boston Globe, Audubon, and NPR. Kat discusses her experience with caregiving for her parents and how technology like robots helped in the caregiving relationship. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Jeffrey Kaye, professor of neurology and biomedical engineering at Oregon Health and Science University, director of Layton Aging and Alzheimer's Disease Center, and director of the Oregon Center for Aging and Technology. Dr. Kaye explains what Alzheimer's disease is and how different types of technology are used in treatment and caregiving scenarios.
Additional Resources
My Parents' Dementia Felt Like the End of Joy. Then Came the Robots
A Robotic Pet Brings Joy to a Patient Who Has Dementia
Promising Advances in Robotics-assisted Rehabilitation Therapies
Lynda Carter Advocates for Those with Alzheimer's Disease
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Finding Community in Caregiving with Kitty Norton
Navigating Complicated Caregiving Journeys with Jacquelyn Revere
Journalist, Producer Kitty Eisele's Honest Recount of Her Time as Caregiver
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Social Media: Kat McGowan @mcgowankat; Dr. Jeffrey Kaye @oshunews
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Tola Andu, an autism advocate and content creator who shares her journey raising her 19-year-old son Kevin on social media under the handle @RaisingKevin_. Her platform sheds light on autism and offers a joyful perspective on raising a neurodivergent child. Tola discusses her passion for changing the narrative surrounding autism and advocating for acceptance and understanding, especially within the Nigerian community. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Dan Geschwind, a professor and academic and research leader at the UCLA, and one of the world's leading experts on autism who guided development of the Autism Genetic Resources Exchange alongside Cure Autism Now, currently run by Autism Speaks. Dr. Geschwind explains risk factors, diagnostic processes, and what research is being done in the autism community.
Additional Resources
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
What Does Neurodivergent Mean?
A Theater Group That Features Neurodiversity on the Stage
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From Adolescence to Adulthood: Exploring Autism with Abbey and Christine Romeo
'Bake Off' Star Lizzie Acker on Showstopping Cakes through Neurodivergent Eyes
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Social Media: Tola Andu @RaisingKevin_; Dr. Dan Geschwind @uclacart
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Shea Hammond, athlete and founder of CP Soccer. Shea shares about his personal experience growing up with Cerebral Palsy (CP) and how staying active and working with a physical therapist has helped him continue to reach his goals. He also discusses CP Soccer's mission, to build a nationwide soccer league for kids who are affected by cerebral palsy, stroke or traumatic brain injury, and what's next for the organization. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Mauricio Delgado, professor of neurology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, former president of the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine and co-founder member of the Mexican Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. Dr. Delgado explains how CP is diagnosed and treated, and what the future for those affected and their caregivers looks like.
Additional Resources
Biking Gives Freedom to a Teen with Cerebral Palsy
How Parents Advocate for Their Children with Rare Diseases
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RJ Mitte on Living Confidently with Cerebral Palsy
Gavin McHugh is Building an Acting Career and a Community with Cerebral Palsy
Josh Blue Uses Humor to Ease the Stigma Around Cerebral Palsy
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Social Media: Shea Hammond @shea_hammond; Dr. Mauricio Delgado @utswmedcenter
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode, Brain & Life Podcast co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answers your questions. They explain stiff person syndrome, prosopagnosia (also known as face blindness,) lissencephaly, and how to talk about functional neurologic disorder symptoms to your loved ones and other medical providers.
Additional Resources
Celine Dion's Diagnosis Raises Awareness of Stiff Person Syndrome
What Is a Functional Neurologic Disorder?
How Caregivers Deal with Anticipatory Grief
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Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this week's episode, Brain & Life Podcast hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters share some of their favorite articles in the most recent issue of Brain & Life Magazine. They discuss dancing for brain health, invisible illnesses, recognizing signs of depression in people with neurologic conditions, and more. If you would like to read these articles, be sure to subscribe to Brain & Life Magazine for free!
Brain & Life Articles Mentioned
How Dance Promotes Brain Health
Understanding the Impact of Invisible Illnesses on Daily Life
Why it's Important to Recognize Signs of Depression in People with Neurologic Disorders
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Professional Dancers on Connecting the Mind and Body for Optimal Performance
Courtney Platt Dances Through Life with Multiple Sclerosis
U.S. Soccer Legend Briana Scurry on Concussion and Mental Health
Veteran Lindsay Gutierrez is Reaching New Heights with Traumatic Brain Injury
Biking for Multiple Sclerosis Awareness with Amazing Race Host Phil Keoghan
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In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by adventure athlete, best-selling author, activist, and Emmy-award winner Rebecca Rusch. Rebecca tells the story of her Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and how it led her on a new journey of healing and recovery. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. José Posas, board certified sports neurologist with a focus on the intersection of sports, neurology, and brain health. Dr. Posas explains TBI treatment options for all and the importance of reducing healthcare disparities and using innovation to improve care.
Additional Resources
How to Deal with Invisible Symptoms of Neurologic Disorders
Surviving and Thriving After a Traumatic Brain Injury
How Yoga Can Help People with Traumatic Brain Injury
Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes
Veteran Lindsay Gutierrez is Reaching New Heights with Traumatic Brain Injury
Healing the Traumatized Brain with Dr. Sandeep Vaishnavi
Julia Easterlin on Being a Performer with Migraine
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Social Media: Rebecca Rusch @RebeccaRusch; Dr. Jose Posas @uvahealth
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In part two of this episode, Brain & Life Podcast host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Brendan Cusick and Patrick Morrissey, two of the four members of the team who completed what is considered the World's Toughest Row and raised over 40 million dollars for increased research for Parkinson's disease. Patrick himself lives with an early Parkinson's disease (PD) diagnosis and still found his own way to manage symptoms and become the first person with PD to complete this challenge. Brendan and Patrick discuss how this experience changed their lives once they got home and what they took away from it. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Jori Fleisher, a movement disorder specialist at Rush University Medical Center, and a passionate advocate for people and families living with advanced Parkinson's and related conditions. Dr. Fleisher discusses Parkinson's treatment options and how caregivers can be best supported.
Additional Resources
Swimming Helps to Manage Parkinson's Disease
The Benefits of Rock Climbing for Parkinson's Disease
Margie Alley Plays Ping-Pong to Cope with Parkinson's Disease
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World's Toughest Row with Brendan Cusick and Pat Morrissey: Part One
NBA Star Brian Grant Living On Time with Parkinson's
Ed Begley Jr. on Utilizing a Healthy Lifestyle to Thrive with Parkinson's Disease
How American Ninja Warrior Jimmy Choi Rose Above Parkinson's
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Social Media: Brendan Cusick and Patrick Morrissey @humanpoweredpotential; Dr. Jori Fleisher @RushMedical
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this two-part episode, Brain & Life Podcast host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Brendan Cusick and Patrick Morrissey, two of the four members of the team who completed what is considered the World's Toughest Row and raised over 40 million dollars for increased research for Parkinson's disease. Patrick himself lives with an early Parkinson's disease (PD) diagnosis and still found his own way to manage symptoms and become the first person with PD to complete this challenge. Brendan and Patrick discuss what led them to this journey and how Patrick managed symptoms during the challenge. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Jori Fleisher, a movement disorder specialist at Rush University Medical Center, and a passionate advocate for people and families living with advanced Parkinson's and related conditions. Dr. Fleisher explains Parkinson's and why movement is so vital for those affected.
Additional Resources
Swimming Helps to Manage Parkinson's Disease
The Benefits of Rock Climbing for Parkinson's Disease
Margie Alley Plays Ping-Pong to Cope with Parkinson's Disease
Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes
NBA Star Brian Grant Living On Time with Parkinson's
Ed Begley Jr. on Utilizing a Healthy Lifestyle to Thrive with Parkinson's Disease
How American Ninja Warrior Jimmy Choi Rose Above Parkinson's
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Social Media: Brendan Cusick and Patrick Morrissey @humanpoweredpotential; Dr. Jori Fleisher @RushMedical
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode, Brain & Life Podcast co-hosts Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Kitty Norton, the director of documentary called Wine, Women, & Dementia. Kitty shares about her experience caring for her mother as she lived with dementia and how in her film, she uses her unique experiences to share how patients with dementia are living and how their caregivers are coping with caring for their loved ones. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Victoria Pelak, Professor of Neurology and Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine with subspecialty fellowship training in Neuro-ophthalmology and subspecialty certification in Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry. Dr. Pelak explains what dementia is and how important the role caregivers play is.
Additional Resources
Wine, Women, and Dementia Film
Advice for Caregivers of Loved Ones with Dementia
Five Ways to Address the Stress of Caring for Someone with Dementia
A Dementia Handbook for Patients and Families
Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes
Navigating Complicated Caregiving Journeys with Jacquelyn Revere
Journalist, Producer Kitty Eisele's Honest Recount of Her Time as Caregiver
The 'Humor and Heartache' of Caregiving with Filmmaker Michelle Boyaner
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Social Media: Kitty Norton @winewomenanddementia; Dr. Victoria Pelak @cuneurology
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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