Is it Normal Aging or Dementia? Teepa Snow on Finding Your Cognitive Baseline (Part 1)

Are you worried that your forgetfulness—or a loved one's—might be more than just a "senior moment"? Join us for a powerful conversation with world-renowned Dementia expert Teepa Snow.About This Episode:In Part 1 of this special two-part series, the hosts of Living Our Best with Memory Loss (who are living with their own diagnoses) sit down with Teepa Snow to discuss the shift from fear to empowerment. Teepa explains why we need to treat brain health like any other vital sign and how the "Quarterback" method ensures the person experiencing cognitive change stays in control of their life.In this video, you will learn:The Cognitive Baseline: Why you shouldn't wait for a crisis to check your "thinking" health.Screening vs. Reality: Why current medical tests often miss the mark for early-stage brain change.The Quarterback Method: How to build a support team where YOU are the leader, not the "football" being passed around.Reducing Stigma: Moving past the "shame" of cognitive decline to find practical solutions.When to See a Doctor: Identifying the difference between stress-related lapses and true neurodegeneration.🕒 Timestamps (Approximate):0:00 - Introduction: Meeting the hosts2:15 - Who is Teepa Snow? The "OG" of memory care5:40 - The problem with "Screening" vs. establishing a "Baseline"12:20 - Why we fear brain change (Moving past the labels)18:45 - The Quarterback Method: Staying in the lead of your care25:30 - How stress, sleep, and vision impact your memory32:00 - Closing thoughts for Part 1Connect with Teepa Snow:🌐 Website: https://teepasnow.comPositive Approach to Care (PAC) resources, GEMS model, and more.