E97: Better Brain Health through Social Connection (an Interview with Dr. Rob Winningham, Ph.D.)
Dr. Rob Winningham received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Baylor
University. He joined the faculty at Western Oregon University in
2000 where he serves as a Professor of Psychological Sciences. He
helped create the Gerontology Department, when he was...
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Dr. Rob Winningham received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Baylor
University. He joined the faculty at Western Oregon University in
2000 where he serves as a Professor of Psychological Sciences. He
helped create the Gerontology Department, when he was Division
Chair of the Behavioral Sciences Division. And, he has served as
College Dean, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at
Western Oregon University.
His scholarship and publications have generally focused on
maximizing quality of life, cognitive stimulation,
intergenerational programs (bringing together younger and older
people) and social engagement throughout the lifespan. In addition
to publishing many peer-reviewed scientific articles, Dr.
Winningham has been invited to give nearly 2000 presentations at
various conferences, workshops and community settings.
He has helped develop a number of popular products for senior
living and healthcare, including LinkedSenior, SMARTfit and
Activity Connection. His book, Train Your Brain: How to Maximize
Memory Ability in Older Adulthood was published by Routledge
Publishing and his latest book is entitled Cranium Crunches,
both of which can be found on Amazon.
Today's topic focuses on the effects of loneliness on brain health,
and how social connection can help. Dr. Rob also discusses
interventions that lead to better memory and cognitive function,
including strength training, hearing checks, maintaining a healthy
lifestyle, having social support and more.
RESOURCES:
(Book) Train Your Brain
(Book) Cranium Crunches
University. He joined the faculty at Western Oregon University in
2000 where he serves as a Professor of Psychological Sciences. He
helped create the Gerontology Department, when he was Division
Chair of the Behavioral Sciences Division. And, he has served as
College Dean, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at
Western Oregon University.
His scholarship and publications have generally focused on
maximizing quality of life, cognitive stimulation,
intergenerational programs (bringing together younger and older
people) and social engagement throughout the lifespan. In addition
to publishing many peer-reviewed scientific articles, Dr.
Winningham has been invited to give nearly 2000 presentations at
various conferences, workshops and community settings.
He has helped develop a number of popular products for senior
living and healthcare, including LinkedSenior, SMARTfit and
Activity Connection. His book, Train Your Brain: How to Maximize
Memory Ability in Older Adulthood was published by Routledge
Publishing and his latest book is entitled Cranium Crunches,
both of which can be found on Amazon.
Today's topic focuses on the effects of loneliness on brain health,
and how social connection can help. Dr. Rob also discusses
interventions that lead to better memory and cognitive function,
including strength training, hearing checks, maintaining a healthy
lifestyle, having social support and more.
RESOURCES:
(Book) Train Your Brain
(Book) Cranium Crunches
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