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The Impact of Dementia on Memory, Imagination and Joy with Dr. Muireann Irish

The Impact of Dementia on Memory, Imagination and Joy with Dr. Muireann Irish

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Dr. Muireann Irish is a Professor at the University of Sydney in the School of Psychology and Brain and Mind Centre. Her research focuses on understanding the neural processes that underpin memory, imagination, and emotional experience, especially in relation to dementia and aging. In this episode we discuss how dementia affects memory, the role of imagination in preserving cognitive function, and how these changes impact the experience of joy.

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