My Healthy Brain: Preserving and Promoting Brain Health Through Evidence-based Practices

My Healthy Brain: Preserving and Promoting Brain Health Through Evidence-based Practices

The objective of this trial is to demonstrate early proof-of-concept for My Healthy Brain, an 8-week group program that directly targets multiple lifestyle factors associated with brain health and prevention of cognitive decline. The investigators will explore the feasibility, acceptability, and effect sizes of improvement in primary lifestyle outcomes as well as secondary outcomes of self-determination and subjective well-being.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥ 60 years
• English fluency/literacy
• ≥1 modifiable brain disease risk factor (outlined by JAMA)
• Bluetooth 4.0 enabled smartphone

Exclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of dementia; Montreal Cognitive Assessment < 18
• Serious medical illness expected to worsen in next 6 months
• Current suicidal ideation
• Substance abuse
• Untreated serious mental health conditions
• Current use of digital monitoring device (eg. Fitbit)
• Mindfulness practice (> 45 minutes/week) in the last three months