How I Built the Center for Mental Health & Aging
Episode #120May 20, 2025
What It Takes to Build a National Movement for Mental Health & Aging Ever wonder what it really takes to build a national movement for mental health and aging? In…
Finding Joy in Life’s Hardest Moments with Steven Petrow
Episode #114February 4, 2025
What if joy isn’t something we find, but something we create—especially in life’s hardest moments? In this episode of The Psychology of Aging Podcast, award-winning journalist and bestselling author…
3 Myths About Aging And Intimacy: Lessons Learned from the Golden Bachelor
Episode #102October 2, 2023
Aging and intimacy often bring forth various misconceptions. Dive into the latest episode of our "Psychology of Aging Podcast" where we unmask the reality of love and sexual health for…
Living with Dementia: Finding Purpose and Hope with Christine Thelker
Episode #47 & 79 (Repost)September 28, 2021
Chrissy Thelker was 55 years old when she had her first stroke and was subsequently diagnosed with Vascular Dementia. With more and more people living with dementia, it's imperative that…
Addressing Ageism with Humor & Civility with Steven Petrow
Episode #69July 13, 2021
I have to admit, as a Geropsychologist who strives toward anti-ageism, when I set out to read Steven Petrow's new book, STUPID THINGS I WON’T DO WHEN I GET OLD,…
Enhancing Care for LGTBQ Seniors with SAGE’s Tim Johnston, PhD
Episode #13 & 63 (Repost)June 9, 2021
Get ready for the confetti because it's Pride!! How do Pride and the Psychology of Aging fit together? Well, let me tell you, there are an estimated more than 3…
The 12 Best Brain Health Recommendations To Reduce Risk for Dementia
Episode #51March 16, 2021
Researchers have been investigating brain health recommendations that help to reduce our risk for cognitive decline in older adulthood. Many of the tips that I'm going to share today are…
The Positive Effects Of Nature On Brain Health and Mental Health
Episode #50March 9, 2021
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American spends only 7% of their entire life outdoors. Spending instead, 93% of their life indoors, including 87% of their life…
Older Adults and Resilience During the COVID-19 Pandemic: 5 Proven Strategies
Episode #40January 5, 2021
When we think of older adults during COVID, images of older adults living in long-term care communities sheltering in place with hands pressed against windows trying to connect with loved…
Exercise Program For Seniors: How to Strengthen Body and Mind with Vivo’s Eric Levitan
Episode #32November 3, 2020
Exercise is essential for healthy aging. Having a consistent exercise routine helps to reduce risk of mental health conditions, improves cognitive function, and helps our bodies to function optimally. Knowing…
How to Reduce the Risk of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease – Interview with Dr. Vonetta Dotson
Episode #28October 6, 2020
Caregivers often approach me with the question: "my parent had dementia, does that mean I'll get it too?" It's a scary thing to devote years of your life caring for…
Aging & Sexuality: Benefits & Barriers of Sex Among Seniors
Episode #27September 29, 2020
How well do you know your own assumptions, biases, and values when it comes to aging and sexuality? Have you taken much time to think about this? Let's take some…