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In this episode, Cristina Aire discusses brain aging, neurodegeneration, and dementia with Dr. Sandra Barral Rodriguez, a neurogeneticist. They explore the genetic factors influencing memory and cognitive decline, the impact of gender on Alzheimer's disease, and the role of stress and hormonal changes in brain health. The conversation also touches on the differences between normal forgetfulness and dementia, the effects of caregiving stress, and the implications of maternal age on cognitive performance.