
Blog & Learning Resources
Written by neuropsychologist Dr. Susan Borgaro, this collection offers clear, compassionate, and easy-to-understand insights into brain health, memory loss, aging, and cognitive wellness. Each post breaks down complex topics into digestible pieces—designed to inform, reassure, and empower you or your loved ones through every stage of cognitive change.
Your Amazing Aging Brain: How It Changes and Thrives Over Time
Discover how the aging brain continues to adapt, grow, and thrive through neuroplasticity and life experience. Learn why cognitive changes with age often bring surprising strengths like better emotional regulation, decision-making, and creativity.
When Your Parent Needs You: Navigating the Emotional Journey
Learn how to navigate the emotional complexities of supporting an aging parent, from grief and worry to family dynamics and self-care. This compassionate guide offers insight, validation, and practical ways to stay grounded while caring for someone you love.
Key Considerations Before Moving to an Assisted Living Community
Explore key factors to consider before moving to an assisted living community, from social compatibility and care costs to dining quality and resident dynamics. This guide helps you evaluate whether assisted living or staying at home offers the best fit for your needs and lifestyle.
When Memory Concerns Trigger Anxiety: 10 Signs and Solutions
Explore how anxiety and memory concerns are connected, and learn to recognize 10 common signs that your worries may be making forgetfulness feel worse. This guide offers practical strategies to reduce anxiety and support your memory with confidence and clarity.
Understanding and Managing Long COVID Brain Fog: Latest Research and Strategies
Learn what causes Long COVID brain fog, how it affects memory and focus, and what the latest research says about treatment and recovery. Discover evidence-based strategies—from sleep and nutrition to gentle exercise and emerging therapies—to help improve cognitive function over time.
Boost Your Brain Power: Simple Ways to Keep Your Memory Sharp
Discover simple, science-backed habits to keep your memory sharp and your brain healthy as you age. From exercise and nutrition to sleep and stress management, learn how everyday choices can strengthen your mind and support lifelong cognitive health.
Understanding Mild Cognitive Impairment
Learn what Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) means, how it differs from normal aging and dementia, and what steps you can take to support your brain health. This guide covers signs, causes, assessments, and practical strategies to help you stay independent and engaged.
Unlock Your Brain's Full Potential: The Fascinating Truth About Left and Right
Discover the truth behind left-brain vs. right-brain myths and how both sides of your brain work together to support thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Learn how understanding your cognitive style and embracing whole-brain thinking can unlock greater flexibility, growth, and potential at any age.
Supporting Your Aging Parent Through Normal Cognitive Changes
Learn how to support an aging parent through normal cognitive changes with compassion and practical strategies. This guide explains what’s typical with age and offers tips to improve communication, reduce frustration, and strengthen your connection through every stage.
7 Common Causes of Memory Loss
Learn about seven common causes of memory loss that have nothing to do with dementia, from medication side effects and poor sleep to dehydration and emotional stress. This guide helps you identify reversible factors and take practical steps to support better brain health.
Calming the Cognitive Storm: Understanding and Managing Your Thinking Frustrations
Explore the causes of cognitive frustration and learn practical ways to manage moments when your thinking feels off. This guide shares compassionate, brain-friendly strategies to break the cycle of mental fatigue, boost clarity, and restore confidence in daily life.
5 Science-Backed Strategies for Remembering Names
Struggling to remember names? Learn five science-backed strategies to improve name recall, from focused attention and repetition to meaningful associations and digital tools. These practical techniques help you build stronger memory habits and boost confidence in social settings.
Blueberry Brain Boost: Small Berries, Big Benefits for Your Memory
Discover how blueberries support memory, focus, and long-term brain health with powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits. Learn the science behind their impact and get easy tips for adding these brain-boosting berries to your weekly routine.