Mental Health + Aging with Dr. Regina Koepp

Welcome to The Mental Health and Aging Podcast —your go-to resource for evidence-based strategies, mental health tools, and expert insights to support the psychological, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of older adults. Hosted by clinical geropsychologist and founder of the Center for Mental Health & Aging, Dr. Regina Koepp , this podcast is designed for therapists, psychologists, social workers, aging life care professionals, geriatric care managers , and healthcare providers who want to confidently address the mental health needs of older adults. Most mental health and healthcare professionals were trained to focus on the physical changes of aging—but that’s only part of the picture. This podcast explores the not-so-physical aspects of aging: How purpose and meaning evolve later in life The emotional and psychological impact of retirement and life transitions Spiritual growth tha

Mental Health + Aging with Dr. Regina Koepp is a health podcast hosted by Dr. Regina Koepp, with 132 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dr. Regina Koepp hosts Mental Health + Aging with Dr. Regina Koepp, a health show with 132 episodes published.

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  Episode #132

  #132 - Stop Projecting: What Midlife Gets Wrong About Older Adulthood

  Jan 13, 20266 minS0

  <p>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 flustered—not because it was a bad question, but because I’m 50. And when people ask me about aging, my mind goes straight to older adulthood: 65, 75, 85, 95 and beyond. So my answer didn’t land the way I wanted it to. I left the interview thinking, I wish I’d said that differently.</p><p> </p><p>What I wish I’d said in the moment is this: when I talk about aging, I’m usually talking abo...

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  Episode #131

  #131- How to Support Someone with Dementia and PTSD

  Sep 2, 202510 minS0

  <p>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.</p><p>In this episode, I share what I’ve learned as a geropsychologist working with veterans and older adults navigating both cognitive impairment and trauma. You’ll discover:</p>When trauma therapy can still be effective in the early stages of dementia.How dementia progression changes what’s possible for PTSD treatment.The importance of identifying and minimizing unique trauma triggers.Practical strategies to reduce distress at home or in memory care.Why movi...

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  Episode #130

  #130 - Link Between Trauma and Dementia: Can Unresolved Trauma Increase Dementia Risk?

  Aug 26, 202526 minS0

  <p>Can Unresolved Trauma Increase Dementia Risk?</p><p>Trauma doesn’t just leave emotional scars—it can change the brain. And when post-traumatic stress goes untreated, the risk for dementia later in life rises.</p><p>In this episode of my mental health and dementia series, I explore how trauma and PTSD intersect with brain health. Drawing from decades of research and my years working with older veterans, I break down why unresolved trauma increases vulnerability to dementia disorders and what clinicians can do to help.</p><p>This conversation isn’t just about understanding risk—it’s about hope. Trau...

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  Episode #129

  #129 - Sleep Problems & Dementia Risk: What Every Provider Must Know

  Aug 19, 202515 minS0

  <p>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 part of getting older,” the woman sighed. But here’s the truth—fatigue isn’t a normal part of aging, and chronic sleep problems may be quietly raising her risk for dementia. As professionals, we can no longer shrug off insomnia in older adults. The stakes are simply too high.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I reveal the powerful connection between chronic sleep problems and dementia risk—and why ignoring insomnia symptoms can have...

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  Episode #128

  #128- Alcohol + Dementia: Does moderate drinking increase dementia risk?

  Aug 11, 202518 minS0

  <p>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 comes to the aging brain.</p><p>In this episode, I share compelling new research showing that even moderate alcohol use in midlife and later life may significantly increase the risk of dementia. I’ll walk you through why alcohol use in older adults often goes undetected, how it impacts brain health, and the exact screening tools and questions I use—and that you can use too—to spot red flags early.</p><p>This isn’...

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