Lauren talks with Dr. Vahe Peroomian, Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Southern California, about the likelihood of extraterrestrial life ..read more

Lauren talks with Dr. Vahe Peroomian, Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Southern California, about the likelihood of extraterrestrial life ..read more

Lauren talks with Dr. Gary Small, Chair of Psychiatry, Hackensack University Medical Center and Behavioral Health Physician in Chief, Hackensack Meridian Health. They address how to slow or delay the onset of dementia symptoms through lifestyle changes, but also how to manage dementia in the family and how it affects all family members ..read more

CranioSacral Longevity Specialist Michael Morgan interviews Lauren Mahakian for the Alzheimer’s World Summit.   ..read more

Hilary Loftus is the Healthcare Education Director for HOW Foundation, a 501c non-profit located in Delray Beach, Florida.  HOW’s mission is to help those with neurological impairments by advocating for and helping to access hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT).  Hilary also has her own consulting group that helps medically-directed HBOT facilities expand their practice and help more patients.  Hilary’s background in sports education and development, as well as marketing and business with a Bachelors in Psychology, and her past experience as a “soccer and baseball mom” has proved he ..read more

In this episode, LAUREN and producer Tom discuss stress, in general but also specifically during this national/worldwide quarantine as we deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. Also check out Lauren's column in the Palos Verdes Peninsula News: Denial, deception, and disinformation ..read more

Scott A. Kaiser M.D., is a practicing geriatrician and Chief Innovation Officer at MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund), a non-profit organization which provides services, support and assistance to the entertainment industry community. In this role, Dr. Kaiser leads efforts to improve population health and well-being through social and community-based interventions. With a clinical focus on brain health, Dr. Kaiser serves as the Director of Geriatric Cognitive Health at the Pacific Brain Health Center, where he provides specialty geriatric medical care. An adjunct faculty member at the ..read more

In this episode, Lauren is joined by Cynthia Cox, Certified Elder Law Attorney, who discusses legal matters related to dementia, including how to approach your loved one about establishing a trust and what to do first to establish a trust. Cynthia also discusses some of the aspects of conservatorship, including why a court needs to get involved in someone's well-being and some of the things they consider when doing so. Any family facing financial or physical care needs for their aging loved ones with dementia will benefit from listening to this episode. Lauren is joined by producer Tom and by ..read more

In this episode of Unlocking the Doors of Dementia with LAUREN, we address what's normal memory decline and what's not. Lauren also discusses types of dementia, as well as behaviors that can result, including agitation, aggression, and anger. She also addresses frequently asked questions such as, "Can dementia be prevented or delayed?" and "How aware are people with dementia of their impairment?" She closes the episode by addressing the importance of aging with respect and dignity. Lauren is joined in the studio by Marilyn Lyon, Director of Community Engagement for Family Connect Care, and To ..read more

Alex is an award-winning individual with international experience working with children and young people. Eight years of experience as a teacher led to him to establish a not-for-profit organisation that empowers young adults with disabilities to create positive social change, by delivering awareness training across schools, community groups, businesses and more. They have delivered training to over 1600 people, with 100% of their audience recommending their work. Alex is  the author of a new children's book to raise awareness of Dementia, inspired by his grandmother, who has Mixed Dement ..read more