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S4 Ep 14: The Alzheimer’s Dialogue: Understanding Memory Loss, Dementia, and the Silent Disease Affecting Millions Worldwide Ft. Dr. Alejandra Guerrero Barragan
We forget things every day: a name, a date, a reason we entered the room. But what if that forgetfulness was more than just a momentary lapse? What if it were the early whisper of a disease that slowly erodes identity, relationships, and memory itself?
In this profound and necessary episode of the Ropana Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed neurologist and public health specialist Dr. Alejandra Guerrero Barragan to unpack the real truth behind Alzheimer’s disease, not just as a medical condition, but as a silent, social crisis shaping families and futures across the globe.
Together, they explore:
What really differentiates Alzheimer’s from everyday forgetfulness
The science behind plaques, tangles, and early-onset Alzheimer’s
How emotional trauma, loneliness, and lifestyle can accelerate brain decline
Why the disease often hides behind stigma, silence, and cultural denial
The intersection of neurology, public health, and holistic healing
Top 5 Non-Negotiables for Building Brain Resilience in Young Adults
The emotional toll on caregivers, especially women, and why their stories must be heard
It’s a heart-to-heart conversation about what it means to age, to forget, to care, and to be seen. With nuanced insight, Dr. Alejandra breaks down complex neuroscience while reminding us that behind every diagnosis is a story of love, loss, and strength.
Whether you're a caregiver, a curious mind, a medical student, or someone silently worrying about their own memory, this episode gives you more than answers. It gives you the right questions.
Could your forgetfulness be something more? What does early Alzheimer’s actually look like? And how can we, as individuals and a society, respond before it’s too late?
If this episode moved you, don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with a loved one, a colleague, or someone in their 40s who’s feeling overwhelmed and foggy. Start a conversation. Help break the silence.
💬 We’d love to hear your thoughts, and help you navigate brain health with clarity and compassion.
👉 Follow the Ropana Podcast, and reach out to me or Dr. Alejandra through the links below for more information, support, or just a conversation that matters.
🧠 Your mind remembers more than you think. Take care of it — with awareness, science, and love.
The Ropana Podcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreya-innovative-medic-voice/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ropanapodcast
Dr. Alejandra:
My LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dralejandraneuro
Long Form Content: youtube.com/@dr.alejandraneuro
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By Shreya MishraWe forget things every day: a name, a date, a reason we entered the room. But what if that forgetfulness was more than just a momentary lapse? What if it were the early whisper of a disease that slowly erodes identity, relationships, and memory itself?
In this profound and necessary episode of the Ropana Podcast, I sit down with acclaimed neurologist and public health specialist Dr. Alejandra Guerrero Barragan to unpack the real truth behind Alzheimer’s disease, not just as a medical condition, but as a silent, social crisis shaping families and futures across the globe.
Together, they explore:
What really differentiates Alzheimer’s from everyday forgetfulness
The science behind plaques, tangles, and early-onset Alzheimer’s
How emotional trauma, loneliness, and lifestyle can accelerate brain decline
Why the disease often hides behind stigma, silence, and cultural denial
The intersection of neurology, public health, and holistic healing
Top 5 Non-Negotiables for Building Brain Resilience in Young Adults
The emotional toll on caregivers, especially women, and why their stories must be heard
It’s a heart-to-heart conversation about what it means to age, to forget, to care, and to be seen. With nuanced insight, Dr. Alejandra breaks down complex neuroscience while reminding us that behind every diagnosis is a story of love, loss, and strength.
Whether you're a caregiver, a curious mind, a medical student, or someone silently worrying about their own memory, this episode gives you more than answers. It gives you the right questions.
Could your forgetfulness be something more? What does early Alzheimer’s actually look like? And how can we, as individuals and a society, respond before it’s too late?
If this episode moved you, don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with a loved one, a colleague, or someone in their 40s who’s feeling overwhelmed and foggy. Start a conversation. Help break the silence.
💬 We’d love to hear your thoughts, and help you navigate brain health with clarity and compassion.
👉 Follow the Ropana Podcast, and reach out to me or Dr. Alejandra through the links below for more information, support, or just a conversation that matters.
🧠 Your mind remembers more than you think. Take care of it — with awareness, science, and love.
The Ropana Podcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreya-innovative-medic-voice/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ropanapodcast
Dr. Alejandra:
My LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dralejandraneuro
Long Form Content: youtube.com/@dr.alejandraneuro