The Optimal Brain Aging Blueprint: Strengthening Memory, Vitality, and Healthspan Sharon Wilcox, M.S. | Psychoeducational, Sensory Integration, and Communication Therapist Hosted by Alex Doman, Founder and CEO Advanced Brain Technologies đź“… Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 60 Minutes đź•’ 1:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00 AM PT đź“Ť Live on Zoom We are living longer than any generation before us. The real question is not lifespan. It’s healthspan. Longevity science is increasingly focused on how well the brain functions across the decades. Memory, focus, emotional regulation, and communication are shaped not only by genetics but by daily sensory experiences and modifiable risk factors. One of the most significant findings in recent years is that hearing health is now recognized as a leading modifiable risk factor for later cognitive decline. When hearing declines, the brain must allocate additional cognitive resources simply to decode sound. Over time, that increased cognitive load affects attention, processing, cognitive reserve, connection, and happiness. Listening effectiveness matters more than most people realize. In this free live webinar, hosted by Alex Doman, Sharon Wilcox, M.S., will explore what these findings mean for adults navigating midlife and beyond. Drawing from more than 50 years of clinical experience, Sharon will explain how hearing health, listening efficiency and effectiveness, and sensory integration influence cognitive load, resilience, and long-term brain vitality. In this session, you will learn: Why healthspan and modifiable risk factors are reshaping modern longevity science How hearing health influences cognitive load and long-term cognitive resilience What auditory processing reveals about attention, memory, and brain integration How cognitive reserve is strengthened through meaningful sensory input Given that brain health is shaped by consistent sensory inputs over time, structured listening therapy may be one of the most powerful and underappreciated daily influences. This webinar is designed for adults who are intentionally thinking about their future, professionals supporting aging clients, and families who believe that thriving later in life begins with informed and proactive choices today. Join us for a forward-looking conversation that may change how you think about aging. About Our Guest Sharon Wilcox, M.S., is a psychoeducational, sensory integration, and communication therapist with more than 50 years of experience in educational and medical settings. Throughout her career, she has worked with thousands of individuals and families across the lifespan, supporting learning, communication, emotional well-being, and long-term brain health. Sharon is known for her integrative approach, bringing together auditory, visual, sensory, and movement-based perspectives to strengthen the foundational systems that support clarity, connection, and resilience. Since 2008, Sharon has incorporated The Listening Program into her clinical work. She has seen firsthand how therapeutic music can support communication, emotional regulation, and quality of life from childhood through later adulthood. Deeply committed to reframing aging as a season of possibility rather than decline, Sharon emphasizes practical, compassionate strategies that empower individuals to nurture their brain, relationships, and vitality at every stage of life. About our Host Alex Doman is the founder and CEO of Advanced Brain Technologies and the creator of The Listening Program®, a neuroscience-based music listening therapy supporting learning, emotional regulation, and cognitive development across the lifespan. His work centers on how intentional listening experiences can support the brain’s ability to organize, adapt, and thrive. Alex is also a founder of Vital Neuro, a patented, mobile, clinical-grade brain training platform that combines responsive music and neurofeedback to support focus, sleep, stress regulation, and emotional balance. A third-generation pioneer in brain health and neurodevelopment, he has spent more than 30 years working with families, clinicians, educators, and organizations worldwide. He is the bestselling co-author of Healing at the Speed of Sound® and a frequent guest on podcasts and interviews exploring brain health, development, and the practical application of neuroscience in everyday life. He is widely respected for his ability to translate complex research into accessible, compassionate approaches that make a real difference for individuals and families.
