Welcome back to Defy Dementia! This exciting new episode explores the role of social isolation and loneliness as risk factors for dementia. Hosts Jay Ingram and Dr. Allison Sekuler talk to Myrna Norman, who was diagnosed with fronto-temporal dementia 15 years ago, and hear about her inspiring journey to overcome self-isolation. Then, they discuss how loneliness physically affects the brain with Dr. Michelle Carlson, professor of mental health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Tune in to find out how loneliness and social isolation may be harming you, and how you can take steps to overcome it and support your emotional and cognitive well-being today. 

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