Enhancing Memory Efficiency
Enhancing Memory Efficiency: A 4 part series (90 minutes each session) in a highly interactive group format. Learn tips and techniques to improve attention and memory efficiency based on current research evidence. Topics include: strategic use of external reminders, organizational strategies, chunking, internal memory techniques, mnemonic strategies, novel interacting images for names, spaced retrieval and self-testing, prospective memory and a general overview for improving overall cognitive functioning. This program is geared for several audiences: adults with intact memory skills who want to improve their attention and efficiency; adults with mild impairment. For individuals with early dementia or mild impairment, we recommend their spouses attend also to help reinforce the strategies presented. Homework is given for practice and implementation of techniques.
Latest Events:
-- Caring for the Carer (CFC) Series:
A 6-Part Series for Caregivers
June - Sept. 2013
Akron, Ohio
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-- Nature Writing Workshop
Thursday, June 20, 2013
at Plum Creek Park Pavilion #2
Kent, Ohio
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-- A Viewing & Discussion of the PBS Video:
The Joy of Sox: Weird Science and the Power of Intention
Thursday, July 11, 2013
at Center for Healthy Aging
Kent, Ohio
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-- Discussion of the Book Proof of Heaven
Thursday, July 25, 2013
at Center for Healthy Aging
Kent, Ohio
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-- Lecture: "Promoting optimal aging: From models of neuroscience to holistic interventions and proactive prevention"
Thursday, September 19, 2013
at University of Queensland
Brisbane, Australia
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-- Instructing "Reflective Writing for Improving How You Feel and How Well You Remember"
Part 6 in a 6-Part Series
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
at Summa Akron City Hospital in Akron, Ohio
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Enhancing Cognitive Fitness in Adults has been included in Books of Interest in the Human Values in Aging Newsletter, AARP Office of Academic Affairs, April, 2013
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On February 1, 2013, Dr. Hartman-Stein was interviewed on Dr. Todd Finnerty's podcast, "Mental Health Day." The topic was "Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies, Healthy Aging."
Click here to listen to the podcast free of charge.
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Slides from Webinar Available for Free:
On February 8, Dr. Cameron Camp and Dr. Paula Hartman-Stein led a webinar entitled "Appropriate Use of CPT Coding in Treatment of Persons with Memory Impairment." Click here to open a PDF of the slides for free.
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"Exercise can sometimes reverse memory loss, study finds"
The Plain Dealer - April 23, 2013
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- "The sooner you start exercising, the more you might remember. A recent study by the Department of Psychology at Kent State University shows that physical activity and exercise play a crucial role in actually reversing some memory loss."
Read the rest of the article here.
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Positive Aging Tips
From Manfred Diehl, Ph.D. (Co-Chair, APA Committee on Aging)
May is Older Americans Month, so it's a great time to get in the habit of doing these 10 tips year-round. You can read and download the list here.
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Community Cognitive Reserve: "Sarah's Web"
by Richard Owen Geer, Ph.D.
Community Performance International
Arvada, Colorado
To read Dr. Geer's piece about senior living communities, please click here.
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Top 10 for Skills not Pills Click here!Top 20 Activities to JUMPSTART your Brain!! Click here ___________________________
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