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Bulletin vol. 29 no. 2 | 3 Contents Patient Corner The CAPE Model of Cognitive Health 5 John Randolph, Ph.D. Student Corner My First Annual NAN Conference 8 Margaret Cadden, M.S. Journal Section Synopsis and review of Lifestyle Engagement Affects Cognitive Status 9 Differences and Trajectories on Executive Functions in Older Adults, Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology Review by Peter Arnett, Ph.D. Professional Issues Promoting Cognitive Health through Nutrition 11 Michelle Braun, Ph.D. Lifestyle Factors and Cognitive Health in Older Adults 14 Maureen K. O'Connor, Psy.D., Erika L. Clark, Ph.D., & Ryan T. Daley, B.A. Technology to Support Aging and Cognitive Health 18 Joyce Tam, M.A. & Maureen Schmitter-Edgecombe, Ph.D. Coping with Cognitive Decline 21 Amanda Rabinowitz, Ph.D. Positive Neuropsychology: A Framework for Cognitive Health 25 John Randolph, Ph.D. I am delighted to introduce the Fall 2015 NAN Bulletin, which is focused on multiple aspects of cognitive health. While neuropsychologists' duties often involve diagnostic clarification and clinical management of cognitive dysfunction, recent research supports and encourages additional growth in the field by considering evidence-based strategies that actively promote cognitive health. In the Professional Issues section, experts examine related topics including lifestyle factors, nutrition, gerontechnology, and coping with cognitive changes. I also provide an overview of the emerging field of positive neuropsychology. Each piece includes several clinical take home points to aid translation of key ideas to clinical practice. The Patient Corner includes discussion of a model that clarifies four broad categories of cognitive health strategies and interventions—the "CAPE" model. In the Journal Section, Dr. Peter Arnett, NAN Bulletin Editor, reviews a frequently downloaded article published recently in Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology that examines the impact of lifestyle engagement on executive functioning in older adults. The Student Corner piece provides a perspective on attending a NAN conference for the first time—a memorable and relatable experience for all of us. I hope that this issue proves to be both stimulating and applicable to your clinical and academic work. Here's to your cognitive health! John Randolph, Ph.D. NAN Bulletin Associate Editor Editor's Corner Opinions expressed by the authors and advertisers do not necessarily reflect the position of the National Academy of Neuropsychology. John Randolph, Ph.D. NAN Bulletin Associate Editor