Navigating Neuropsychology

Today we talk with Dr. Tony Puente about his experiences learning from several people who shaped neuropsychology, including Roger Sperry, Alexander Luria, and Ivan Pavlov.
Show notes are available at www.NavNeuro.com/201
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Today we talk about leadership and advocacy with Dr. Antonio Puente.
Show notes are available at www.NavNeuro.com/200
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Today we have part 2 of our report writing pearls of wisdom episode. Part 1 was released a couple months ago (episode #195). Other episodes in this clinical insights series include #175 on the clinical interview and #183 on testing.
Show notes are available at www.NavNeuro.com/199
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This conversation explores nutritional cognitive neuroscience, an interdisciplinary field examining the bidirectional relationships among nutrition, cognition, brain health, and eating behavior. The discussion covers how dietary influences operate across biological, psychological, environmental, and sociocultural levels, including neuroplasticity, inflammation, reward processes, genetics, and access to healthy foods. It reviews emerging research on nutrient profiles, the gut–brain axis, and dietary patterns such as the Mediterranean, DASH, and MIND diets, while emphasizing that evidence for isolated supplements or "brain foods" is often limited or overstated. The conversation also highlights substantial individual variability in nutritional needs. For neuropsychologists, the central takeaway is to address nutrition as one component of broader brain health, provide measured and realistic guidance, and collaborate with qualified nutrition professionals when individualized recommendations are needed.
Show notes are available at www.NavNeuro.com/198
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Today we cover the SENSE network with Dr. Jennifer Deal. The network is an international group supporting research on the role of sensory functioning on health and aging, covering vision, hearing, olfaction, touch, taste, and balance.
Show notes are available at www.NavNeuro.com/197
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