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Greetings!
Welcome to Neurobics by Masterpiece Living™, an exclusive memory-enhancement
program by Masterpiece Living. Neurobics is a six-week course designed to improve
memory and specifically targets older adults. Neurobics directly challenges memory
and stimulates the brains of all that participate in the program. Research has shown
that Neurobics yields significant results in having a positive effect on older adults’
abilities to remember and gave them a better understanding of memory in relation to
the aging process.
Masterpiece Living’s Neurobics course will cover topics such as:
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The stages of memory
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Strategies to improve memory
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Common memory misconceptions
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The impact of nutrition, exercise, and stress on memory
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Dementia and depression
Included with the Neurobics materials are activities and exercises that encourage the
participants to think critically and challenge their memory. Masterpiece Living has also
included a Neurobics pre-course and post-course assessment to evaluate the success
and reactions in your own community.
Each unit includes a preparation page which covers the objectives and materials
needed. The units also have a corresponding PowerPoint presentation which includes
facilitator notes that guide the facilitator through each session and offers cues and
examples to increase the participant’s understanding of the material.
Masterpiece Living congratulates you on your commitment to help participants further
enhance their memory with the Neurobics by Masterpiece Living program!
Sincerely,
Masterpiece Living Team
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Table of Contents
Pre-Program Preparation ........................................................................ 4
Unit One Preparation .............................................................................. 6
Unit Two Preparation .............................................................................. 7
Unit Three Preparation ........................................................................... 8
Unit Four Preparation ........................................................................... 10
Unit Five Preparation ............................................................................ 11
Unit Six Preparation .............................................................................. 13
Follow-up Growth Opportunities .......................................................... 14
Recommended Memory Readings ........................................................ 16
Works Cited .......................................................................................... 19
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Pre-Program Preparation
Neurobics can be conducted two ways:
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Holding one 90-minute class once per week for 6 weeks
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Holding two 45-60-minute classes twice per week for 6 weeks
The best option depends on the individual community or organization, the
participants involved, and the schedule of each organization’s lifestyle
department.
Facilitating the Neurobics classes
Neurobics consists of 6 Powerpoint presentations with detailed facilitator notes
for each slide. The notes guide the facilitator through each session and offer cues,
talking points, and examples to increase the participants’ understanding of the
material. The notes also include questions and lead-ins to open up group
discussion on certain topics.
We highly suggest the presenter be well rehearsed in each unit’s content before
starting the session and use the notes as cues rather than simply reading them
word-for-word. This will help increase and hold the attention of the audience.
Facilitators may also wish to print the notes in advance to allow for more mobility
during the session. We also encourage facilitators to add their own personal touch
to give the residents a feeling of ownership!
The final slide of each presentation may be customized by your community or
organization. This slide can be used to advertise upcoming cognitive stimulation
activities or events or provide other relevant information to your participants.
Each unit also includes a preparation page which covers the objectives and
materials needed for that class. The facilitator should review the preparation page
well in advance of each class to ensure that all materials are available and ready
before class starts.
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Marketing Neurobics
Please take advantage of the support materials available when marketing this
opportunity within your organization. Flyers, promotional messages, a
description, and a newsletter article are all on the Masterpiece Living website:
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Neurobics description
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Newsletter articles/promotional messages
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Quotes for use in promotional materials
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“Use It or Lose It” flyer
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“I am a Brain, Watson” flyer
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“Brains Need Exercise, Too” flyer
Recommended size of audience
Masterpiece Living encourages a group of no more than 25 participants in order
to facilitate discussion amongst the group. This Program by Masterpiece Living
was designed for both team members and residents/members to participate
together.
Masterpiece Living recommends offering the opportunity for both team members
and resident/members to sign up for the sessions before the sessions begin. This
will allow the facilitator to control the size of the audience and begin customizing
the presentation based on the audience who will be attending.
Pre-evaluation Form
Before the sessions begin, consider handing out the Neurobics Pre-evaluation
Form to participants to complete and hand in. This may also provide the facilitator
with valuable insight as to how to best customize the sessions.
Room setup
In order to get the most out of Neurobics, the following are highly recommended
for the space in which the sessions will be taking place:
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Projection screen/wall
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Projector
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Laptop computer on which to play the Powerpoint presentation, with
cables to connect to projector
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U-shaped layout of chairs/tables to encourage conversation
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Unit One Preparation
Objectives
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Exploring beliefs about aging and memory
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Identifying the three stages of memory
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Explaining why it may be difficult to register information
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Providing ways to exercise your mind
Materials
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Pens/Pencils
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Flip chart and marker or dry erase board and markers
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Copies of the “30-Second Game”
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Copies of “Are You Paying Attention?”
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Bowl/bag with letters of the alphabet
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Copies of a word search, crossword puzzle, word jumble, etc. for
“brainwork”
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Copies of community calendar
Before Class
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Set up room so that is it easy for everyone to see and hear the presentation.
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Set up room with tables and chairs.
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Get flip chart/board ready by writing the two categories: “Easy to
remember” and “Easy to forget.”
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Make copies of the “30-Second Game” and “Are You Paying Attention?”
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Prepare alphabet letters for “30-Second Game” (print letters and cut them
out or write them on index cards).
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Look for games and activities that participants can take home as
“brainwork.” Dr. Rob’s Cognitive Connection on the Masterpiece Living
website (ResourcesCampaigns and Programs by MasterpieceDr. Rob’s
Cognitive Connection) includes many such exercises.
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Unit Two Preparation
Objectives
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Defining memory strategies
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Distinguishing between internal and external memory aids and discovering
practical strategies
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Learning techniques that can improve name recall
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Reviewing research update on face recognition
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Practicing memory drills
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Discussing the importance of memory intentions
Materials
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Pens
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Soft foam ball (for “Who’s Who?” game)
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Copies of:
o “Animal Activity”
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“Making a List, Checking it Twice”
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“Drill, Drill, Drill”
Copies of any memory-related articles (optional)
Before Class
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Set up room so that is it easy for everyone to see and hear the presentation.
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Set up room with tables and chairs.
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Make copies of:
o “Animal Activity”
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“Making a List, Checking it Twice”
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“Drill, Drill, Drill”
Look for articles on memory (optional). Dr. Rob’s Cognitive Connection at
the Masterpiece Living website contains a variety of articles you may find
useful.
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Unit Three Preparation
Objectives
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Establishing the powerful association between cognitive function and
nutrition
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Understanding how our physiology changes as we age
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Exploring what healthy nutrition means, while acknowledging potential
nutrition problems
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Emphasizing the importance of physical activity and brain function
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Emphasizing the importance of drinking enough water
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Uncovering the truth that tobacco impedes memory
Materials
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Pens
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Copies of:
o “10 Best Bets” from the Mayo Clinic
o "Tuft’s University My Plate for Older Adults"
o “Eating Healthy Checklist”
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Community calendar with exercise opportunities highlighted
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Copies of any health-related articles (optional)
o Dr. Rob’s Cognitive Connection at the Masterpiece Living website
contains a variety of articles you may find useful.
o An excellent resource for exercise and physical activity is “Exercise
& Physical Activity: Your Everyday Guide from the National
Institute on Aging” available online:
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Website:
http://www.nia.nih.gov/HealthInformation/Publications/Exe
rciseGuide/
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PDF booklet:
http://www.nia.nih.gov/sites/default/files/exercise-guide.pdf
Before Class
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Set up room so that is it easy for everyone to see and hear the presentation.
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Set up room with tables and chairs.
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Make copies of:
o “10 Best Bets”
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"Tuft’s University My Plate for Older Adults"
o
“Eating Healthy Checklist”
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Highlight exercise opportunities on community calendar.
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Look for articles on physical health and memory (optional). Dr. Rob’s
Cognitive Connection at the Masterpiece Living website contains a variety
of articles you may find useful.
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Bring in healthy food options to sample (listed in Mayo Clinic’s “10 Best
Bets,” optional).
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Unit Four Preparation
Objectives
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Exploring how thoughts and feelings impact memory
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Recognizing that emotional, mental, and physical stress affect our memory
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Explaining automatic and dysfunctional thoughts
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Identifying the impact social relationships have on memory
Materials
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Pens
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Flip chart/dry-erase board and markers
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Copies of “How to Reduce Absentmindedness”
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Copies of the “What is Your Fun Level?” worksheet
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Copies of the “What does Spirituality Mean to Me?” worksheet
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Jokes for stress busters
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Copies of any memory-related articles (optional)
Before Class
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Set up room so that is it easy for everyone to see and hear the presentation.
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Set up room with tables and chairs.
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Set up dry erase board/flip chart.
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Make copies of:
o “How to Reduce Absentmindedness”
o “What’s Your Fun Level?”
o “What does Spirituality Mean to Me?”
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Find jokes for the stress buster section of presentation. (One good resource
is http://www.greatcleanjokes.com/.)
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Look for articles on emotions and memory (optional). Dr. Rob’s Cognitive
Connection at the Masterpiece Living website contains a variety of articles
you may find useful.
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Unit Five Preparation
Objectives
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Characterizing dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
Learning who suffers from Alzheimer’s, brain changes associated with,
symptoms, causes, prevention, and treatment of AD
Exploring Alzheimer’s Disease-like symptoms
Understanding the importance of lifelong learning
Defining and describe clinical depression
Improving recognition of depression
Exploring the causes and physiological factors of depression
Materials
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Pens
Copies of “Brain Teasers” Worksheet
Copies of the “Depression Age Page”
Copies of “The Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease” article
Copies of any articles on Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia, or depression
(optional)
Before Class
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Set up room so that is it easy for everyone to see and hear the presentation.
Set up room with tables and chairs.
Make copies of:
o “Brain Teasers” worksheet (answers provided below)
o “Depression Age Page”
o “Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease” article
Look for articles on Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia and memory
(optional). Dr. Rob’s Cognitive Connection at the Masterpiece Living
website contains a variety of articles you may find useful.
Answers to Brain Teasers
1. 2
2. Hoover does not belong as it's the only one which is not a car
manufacturer.
Dodge does not belong as it's the only one which is not the last name of a
President of USA.
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Bishop does not belong as it's the only one which is not a class of nobility.
Earl does not belong as it's the only one which is not a Chess piece.
Dead does not belong as it's the only one which is not a color.
Green does not belong as it's the only one which is not the name of a sea.
3. They are anagrams of the four directions: WEST, EAST, SOUTH, and
NORTH.
Additional Resources
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PBS “Scientific American Frontiers: Don't Forget!” series (available to watch
online at http://www.pbs.org/saf/1402/video/watchonline.htm)
“Inside the Brain: An Interactive Tour” (available online at
http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_4719.asp)
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Unit Six Preparation
Objectives
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Reviewing the stages of memory
Reviewing the types of memory strategies
Repeating the steps of name recall
Reviewing the importance of nutrition and exercise
Identifying stress and ways to cope
Reviewing how our memory is affected by our thoughts and feelings
Reviewing dementia and depression
Reviewing other causes of memory decline
Materials
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Pens
Graduation certificates
Games (bring board games such a Battle of the Sexes, Trivial Pursuit,
Boggle, or Scrabble to play in class)
Puzzles (Sudoku or crossword puzzle books can be handed out as
graduation gifts. Or bring copies of puzzles to do throughout the review)
Copies of “Neurobics Course Evaluation Form”
Copies of any memory-related articles (optional)
Before Class
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Set up room so that is it easy for everyone to see and hear the presentation.
Set up room with tables and chairs.
Copy puzzles or purchase large print puzzle books.
Make copies of “Neurobics Course Evaluation Form.”
Make copies and fill out “Neurobics Certificate of Completion”
Look for articles on memory (optional).
Graduation Day! Make it fun. Play games or do puzzles. Have a cake or other
special foods to celebrate. We have included an optional certificate of completion
for you to distribute to your participants, but feel free to use whatever celebratory
items work for you. Before participants leave, have them complete the Neurobics
Course Evaluation.
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Follow-up Growth Opportunities
Building brain fitness is an ongoing process and participants will likely need to
continue to be encouraged to seek out healthy strategies and support. Masterpiece
Living recommends building on Neurobics by utilizing Dr. Rob’s Cognitive
Connection, the cognitive-stimulating program created by Dr. Rob Winningham,
Psychology and Gerontology Professor at Western Oregon University.
Dr. Rob’s Cognitive Connection
Dr. Rob’s Cognitive Connection, available through the Masterpiece Living
website, includes hundreds of cognitive stimulation activities such as:
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Executive functioning and attention exercises
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Spatial exercises
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Theory of mind exercises
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Word generation exercises
…and many, many more.
The exercises are available in the Resources section of the Masterpiece Living
website (Resources Campaigns and Programs by Masterpiece Dr. Rob’s
Cognitive Connection).
Certified Cognitive Stimulation Instructor Program
For organizations that want to provide even more cognitive stimulation for their
residents and members, we offer a complete Certified Cognitive Stimulation
Instructor Program. The program includes 8 training DVDs and 8 online tests that
teach professionals how to:
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Maximize residents’ memory ability
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Decrease residents’ chance of developing dementia
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Improve social support and engagement in the community
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Take advantage of physical exercise program to maximize memory ability
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Motivate residents to engage in activities and programming
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Overcome the effects of depression and apathy in residents
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Manage challenging behaviors in people who have cognitive impairment
The videos make a great reference tool. Most people claim it is the most valuable
training they have ever experienced. The $199 price is a 50% savings over retail
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and includes the certification testing for one person. Additional certifications are
available at $99 each (also a 50% savings over retail). This special offer is only
available to Masterpiece Living partners.
For more details about the Certified Cognitive Stimulation Instructor Program,
see:
http://robwinningham.com/blog/certified-cognitive-stimulation-program/
To purchase the Certified Cognitive Stimulation Instructor Program, please visit
the Masterpiece Living online store:
http://shop.mplway.com/product.sc?productId=33&categoryId=5
Great Courses
Masterpiece Living offers a library of Great Courses from The Teaching Company.
Each course consists of a set of DVDs or CDs and an accompanying course
guidebook which includes exercises for each lesson. Many organizations have
offered these courses to their residents/members in a group format.
Partner organizations may check out a course for a period of four months. Please
visit the Masterpiece Living website (ResourcesResources by TopicGreat
Courses Library) for a list of available courses and checkout instructions.
Other ideas
Please see Masterpiece Living’s Intellectual Challenge Master Practices for more
ideas about how to provide cognitive stimulation activities at your organization:
http://www.mymasterpieceliving.com/userfiles/files/forms/Master%20Practices%
20Intellectual%20Challenge%20Programming.pdf
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Recommended Memory Readings
Achieving Optimal Memory
Aaron Nelson (2005) New York: McGraw-Hill.
Aging Well: Surprising Guideposts to a Happier Life from the Harvard Study of
Adult Development
George Vaillant (2002) Little Brown and Company: New York.
Aging With Grace: What the Nun Study Teaches Us About Leading Longer,
Healthier, and More Meaningful Lives
David Snowdon (2001) Bantum Books: New York.
Brain Builders: A Lifelong Guide to Sharper Thinking, Better Memory, and an
Age-Proof Mind
Richard Leviton (1995) Reward Books.
Brain and Culture
Bruce Wexler (2008) MIT press.
Brain Storming: The Serper Method of Brain Recovery, Regrowth, and Vitality
Dale Koppel (2000) Brain Enhancement Services: Boston.
Cerebrum: Emerging Ideas in Brain Science
The Dana Foundation (2009) Dana Press.
In Search of Memory
Eric Kandel (2006) Norton and Company Inc.
Intelligent Memory
Barry Gordon & Lisa Berger (2003) Viking.
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Keep Your Brain Young
Guy McKhann & Marilyn Albert (2002) Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Memory: From Mind to Molecules
Larry Squire & Eric Kandel (1999) Scientific American Library.
Memory: Remembering and Forgetting in Everyday Life
Barry Gordon (2004) Intelligence Amplification Inc.
Memory and Brain
Larry Squire (1987) Oxford.
Memory and Emotion: The Making of Lasting Memories
James McGaugh (2003) Columbia University Press
Memories Are Made of This
Rusiko Bourtchouladze (2002) Columbia.
Memory from A to Z
Yadin Dudai (2002) Oxford.
My Stroke of Insight: A Brain Scientist’s Personal Journey
Jill Bolte Taylor (2009) Plume.
Searching For Memory: The Brain, The Mind, and the Past
Daniel Schacter (1996) Basic Books.
Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain”
John Ratey & Eric Hagerman (2008). Little Brown and Company: New York.
The Brain that Changes Itself
Norman Doidge (2007) Penguin Books
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The Memory Bible
Gary Small (2002) New York: Hyperion.
The Myth of Alzheimer’s: What You Aren’t Being Told About Today’s Most
Dreaded Diagnosis”
Peter Whitehouse & Daniel George (2008) St. Martin’s Press: New York.
The Seven Sins of Memory
Daniel Schacter (2001) Houghton Mifflin.
The Sharp Brain’s Guide to Brain Fitness
Alvaro Fernandez & Elkhonon Goldberg (2009) SharpBrains, Inc: San Francisco
The Wisdom Paradox
Elkhonon Goldberg (2005) Gotham Books: New York.
Train Your Mind Change Your Brain
Sharon Begley (2007) New York: Random House, Inc.
What Brain Research Teaches About Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships
Paul Naussbaum & Willard Daggett (2008) International Center for Leadership Education.
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