How to Prevent Dementia and Restore Memory with Brain Training | Mike Cohen & Dr. Josh Helman #65

How to Prevent Dementia and Restore Memory with Brain Training | Mike Cohen & Dr. Josh Helman #65

May 28, 2026 · 1h 21m · Episode 65

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Dr. Josh Helman and Mike Cohen discuss neurofeedback and brain training as tools for Alzheimer's prevention and cognitive health.

In this fascinating episode of "Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh" ,Dr. Josh sits down with Mike Cohen, Director of the Center for Brain Training, to explore the science of neurofeedback, quantitative EEG (QEEG), brain mapping, and brain training— and how these tools may support Alzheimer’s prevention, cognitive optimization, memory improvement, and overall brain health. Mike shares his remarkable personal story of how neurofeedback helped his father recover from severe treatment-resistant depression, inspiring over 30 years of work in applied psychophysiology and brain training. In this episode: 00:00 Rethinking Alzheimer’s and Brain Training 03:10 Guest Introduction: Mike Cohen & Center for Brain Training 06:40 Origin Story: A Father’s Recovery Through Neurofeedback 12:30 What Is Neurofeedback? 18:40 Neuroplasticity at Any Age 24:20 Who Can Benefit and When to Be Careful 30:10 EEG and QEEG Brain Mapping Explained 37:00 Brain Waves, Timing, and Cognitive Function 42:30 Brain Training for Sleep, Anxiety, and Mood 48:10 Different Brain Training Modalities 55:00 Sessions, Duration, and At-Home Tools 01:00:10 Brain Training for Peak Performance & Athletes 01:06:00…

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