Lectures with Road Scholar: Age Well: Spirituality, Religion & the Aging Brain

What happens in the brain during spiritual or religious practices and how might those changes matter as we age? In this Age Well lecture, neuroscientist Dr. Andrew B. Newberg explores the growing body of research linking spirituality, religion and brain function. Drawing on brain imaging and clinical studies, he examines how practices such as meditation, prayer and contemplation affect areas of the brain involved in emotion, self-awareness and cognition. The lecture will also consider the potential implications of these findings for health, emotional regulation and overall well-being later in life.

A viewing of the online lecture will be held in the Event Center at Abbot Public Library, followed by a discussion session.

Registration is required and limited to 35. Please register at tinyurl.com/RS-Spirituality. Can't attend in person? Please register for the program or join the Wait List. Everyone who is registered will be sent the recording.

This lecture is part of the "Age Well" series, designed to provide valuable insights, expert guidance, and practical tools for navigating the aging journey with confidence. These programs explore key topics related to aging, from health and wellness to planning for the future, offering meaningful perspectives and resources for older adults and caregivers alike.

Andrew B. Newberg, M.D. is currently the research director at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health and a professor in the Department of Integrative Medicine & Nutritional Sciences, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Radiology at Thomas Jefferson University & Hospital. He is board certified in internal medicine and nuclear medicine, and is involved in “neurotheology,” the study of mystical and religious experiences. Dr. Newberg has published books and articles on brain function and imaging, and neurotheology.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of Abbot Public Library.