Marc Agronin

Marc E. Agronin, MD is a board-certified adult and geriatric psychiatrist and author of the acclaimed book How We Age: A Doctor’s Journey into the Heart of Growing Old (2011) and its sequel The End of Old Age: Living a Longer, More Purposeful Life (2018). He joined the staff of Miami Jewish Health (MJH), Florida’s largest not-for-profit long-term-care provider, in 1999, serving as the director of mental health services and the founding director of the memory center and Alzheimer’s clinical research program.

Stay Sharp
Diseases & Conditions

Stay Sharp

Marc Agronin | March 1, 2022

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and dementia stand out as the most feared health conditions that can strike as we age. But…

Live a More Purposeful Life as You Age

Live a More Purposeful Life as You Age

Marc Agronin | June 15, 2020

The aging brain has a lot going for it. You can be more productive and creative than ever before…

Depression and Seniors: Are You Getting the Right Care?
Depression

Depression and Seniors: Are You Getting the Right Care?

Marc Agronin | January 16, 2019

If you think that depression is a normal part of aging or that it can’t be remedied, read this now.

Cognitive Assessments: Are You Being Shortchanged?

Cognitive Assessments: Are You Being Shortchanged?

Marc Agronin | December 17, 2018

Annual wellness visits are supposed to include a cognitive assessment for Alzheimer’s disease. But only one-fifth of patients are getting one.

Your Brain Works Worse During One Half of the Year

Your Brain Works Worse During One Half of the Year

Marc Agronin | November 5, 2018

You’re able to concentrate and remember better in summer and fall, according to a new study. Here’s what that means for you…

For a Healthier Brain, Go Dancing!
Memory

For a Healthier Brain, Go Dancing!

Marc Agronin | April 9, 2018

Exercise has long been considered a smart way to keep you brain healthy. Which exercise is best? It’s dancing—and here’s why…

Aging’s Enriching Experience

Aging’s Enriching Experience

Marc Agronin | February 22, 2018

Hosted by Sarah Hiner, President, Bottom Line Inc. Acclaimed author and one of America’s leading geriatric psychiatrists, Dr. Marc Agronin, discusses his new book, The End of Old Age—Living a Longer, More Purposeful Life, with host Sarah Hiner, president of Bottom Line Inc. In this episode, Dr. Agronin discusses living a fuller life with enrichment, not fear. He offers strategies to help you age positively by identifying your strengths and wisdom.

Overcoming Ageism in America

Overcoming Ageism in America

Marc Agronin | February 20, 2018

Dr. Agronin discusses how society “gets it wrong” when it comes to its approach (and acceptance) of an aging culture.

Old People Are the Most Creative

Old People Are the Most Creative

Marc Agronin | February 14, 2018

Dr. Agronin discusses the evolution of aging and how you can experience an evolving, not eroding, life.

5 Steps to Finding Your Purpose

5 Steps to Finding Your Purpose

Marc Agronin | February 10, 2018

Dr. Agronin discusses how you can age successfully by finding your purpose and taking the five critical steps toward a more meaningful life.

What’s Causing This Inappropriate Laughter?

What’s Causing This Inappropriate Laughter?

Marc Agronin | August 14, 2017

A good belly laugh feels good. But when a person laughs (or sobs) at inappropriate times or can’t seem to stop, it may signal a serious condition.

Will Having a Purpose Help Me Live Longer?

Will Having a Purpose Help Me Live Longer?

Marc Agronin | July 10, 2017

The Downside of Bucket Lists
Travel

The Downside of Bucket Lists

Marc Agronin | June 28, 2017

Maybe it’s time for bucket lists to kick the bucket. In early 2008, The Bucket List, a movie about a…

It May Not Be Alzheimer’s After All
Memory

It May Not Be Alzheimer’s After All

Marc Agronin | April 17, 2017

People joke about having the occasional “senior moment,” but the humor partly deflects an unsettling concern: What if this memory…

Put an End to Those Negative Stereotypes About Old Age
Aging

Put an End to Those Negative Stereotypes About Old Age

Marc Agronin | February 7, 2017

"Old age" gets a bad rap. But the fact is, there are significant benefits that come with growing older. Here's how to make sure you get them...