Older Brains, New Connections. A Conversation with Marian Diamond at 73
Description
Marian Diamond's research indicates that given the right conditions, the brain continues to grow all during life and not just in the early years. In this program, Dr. Diamond presents a summary of her research and its practical implications in her cordial, accessible manner. Topics include research into the genetic components of Alzheimer's disease, the exciting discoveries that the brain can generate new neurons, her research into the brain's role in autoimmune disorders, and data from longitudinal studies of aging nuns. In addition, she provides suggestions for applying this knowledge and shares her own fitness plan to keep her body - including her brain - healthy.
Runtime
30 min
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Date of Publication
[2011], c2000
Database
Films on Demand
Direct Link
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