January 13, 2026 A few days ago, I was interviewed for NPR’s Here & Now, and the host asked me about my “aging journey.” I felt a little...
December 12, 2025 End of life planning is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of healthcare, and in this episode, Maggie McKay speaks with Leslie Sheets, RN, BSN,...
September 2, 2025 When someone is living with both dementia and PTSD, their needs are complex—but support is still possible, and it can make a world of difference....
August 26, 2025 Can Unresolved Trauma Increase Dementia Risk? Trauma doesn’t just leave emotional scars—it can change the brain. And when post-traumatic stress goes untreated, the risk for...
August 19, 2025 Last week, a therapist told me about her client, an 82-year-old woman who hadn’t had more than 6 hours of sleep in years. “It’s just...
August 12, 2025 If you’ve ever been told that “a little wine is good for you,” you might want to hear what the latest science says—especially when it...
August 5, 2025 Anxiety increases dementia risk by 24% (about the same rate as diabetes) —but treatment for anxiety corrects this. Learn why early detection and treatment in...
July 30, 2025 The Hidden Link Between Depression and Dementia Every time I sit with a client and help them move through depression, I know I’m not just...
July 19, 2025 If your 75-year-old client stops coming to therapy, it might not be them. It might be your approach. In this episode, I explore why therapy...