In the spirit of Women’s Health Week, Dr. Sherri Hayden will provide a review of science on women’s brain health risks for various neurological and mental health conditions. Emerging research related to the role of female sex-hormones, such as estrogen, in such brain health risks will be discussed. Information on preventative practices will also be provided.
Details:
Date: Wednesday, May 27, 12 PM to 1 PM
Where: Zoom
About the Speaker: Dr. Sherri Hayden
Dr. Hayden is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and Clinical Assistant Professor with the Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. She is also a faculty member of the University of British Columbia Women’s Health Research Cluster.
Over the past 30 years, Dr. Hayden has worked at UBC Hospital in the Clinic for Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Disorders as well as in her private practice at the NeuroHealth Clinic (neurohealthclinic.ca). Dr. Hayden’s clinical practices serve a variety of populations including neurodegenerative disorders, traumatic brain injuries, post-chemotherapy cognitive issues, post-COVID cognitive issues, and mental health related cognitive issues. Dr. Hayden applies preventative and lifestyle medicine principles to her clinical practice.
Dr. Hayden has authored: Women In Mind Workbook: Neuroscience of Mind-body Medicine for Optimal Cognitive and Mental Health. Also, Dr. Hayden’s chapter on Non-pharmacological Management of Symptoms of Dementias and Their Prodromes (Chapter 22) is contained within the Handbook of Rehabilitation in Older Adults (Gatchel, R., Schultz, I & Ray, C. editors). Her most recent book is entitled: Fear of Forgetfulness: The Complexities of Cognition, Mental Health & Other Confounds (2026).
Dr. Hayden has provided workshops and speaking engagements on topics including: Menopause & Cognition; Neuropsychology of Cognition in Mental Health; Women’s Brain Health & Prevention; Women’s Brain Injury; Brain Health for Survivors of Domestic Violence; and Neuroscience of Mind Body Practices.