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Dementia is characterized by a progressive impairment of memory and intellectual function and may be severe enough to interfere with social and work skills. Memory, orientation, ability to learn may also be impaired. Aphasias are a group of disorders involving disturbances in speaking and understanding language.. Therapy for Brain atrophy is symptomatic and supportive. Mental exercises and psychotherapy may improve the symptoms .
I thought I was an intelligent person. I graduated from a prestigious uninversity. My verbal skills are exceptional. But my math abilities are abysmal. I lost my last job because of a plethora of mathematical errors. I don't seem to understand many math concepts. In additon, I have a great deal of difficulty with emotional regulation. Given situations don't usually warrant the emotional reactions I exhibit. When I was fired last week, I got totally hysterical.
She did not improve in these areas, nor did her memory improve. Saturday of this week, she began again with the same symptoms, intense eye pain followed by pain to entire left side, confusion, loss of memory and loss of motor and language skills. Again she was initially diagnosed with stroke based on the CT scan until the MRI again came back negative. She is still in the hospital. While in the hospital this time she has had 2 recurrences of the symptoms.
1) Will my brain continue to improve as I stimulate it more and abstain from drugs or is it as good as it's going to be? 2) Is there anything else I can do that will improve my brain function? 3) What type of brain scan will show the damage I may have caused and how much does that cost?
One more thing to add- I was on an antidepressant from 23YO-28YO. I also had severe sleep apnea that was successfully treated with surgery.
His social problems are typical of persons with his disorder and the best intervention is a social skills/social problem-solving group. His working memory and EF problems are typical of ADHD, so it is not surprising that he achieved some benefit from the psychostimulant. While there are many stimulant products available, when you boil it all down there are really only two choices: methylphenidate and dextroamphetamine.
I feel relieved that progress has been made as my memory, analytical thought, and problem solving skills have improved. Progress but the functions arent fully restored. What exactly is damaged that causes these impairments from cocaine use? Are aminos and supplements used to repair these damages? Can the damage be reversed from prolonged abstinence, aminos, and supplement intake?
I have been taking Imitrex for years and it is great for my migraines; but I am 53 yrs old and have memory loss too. I have short and long term memory lose . I was wondering if anyone else is having the same trouble?
My doctor was able to determine this by a sending me for a neuro-psych evaluation ...it tested my memory, motor skills, logic & reasoning, and more by repeating things immediately, 15 minutes later, half hour later, little puzzles and test to test your ability to sort things and solve problems. That test takes a few hours.
it may include therapy for communication disorders helping you regain lost abilities to speak, write and comprehend. Exercises to improve motor skills, mobility training to use walker or canes,improve range of motion therapy includes exercises to help lessen spasticity, psychological evaluation and constraint induced therapy. This means restricting the use of an unaffected limb when you practice to use the affected limbs to indirectly improve its function.
d encourage you to seek some medical care in dealing with the learning disability, memory, and dealing with people issues. There are many resources out there that will be able to help you work through those areas and figure out some ways to cope with the things you need help with. We all need help in one area or another, so don't be afraid to reach out and ask for help. You can start with your general doctor and ask for referrals to resources. Keep us updated on how you are doing!
Hello. The fact that you are relying on booze to deal with anxiety, in addition to what sounds like a high tolerance coupled with a disregard of negative consequences, are all warning signs of a potential problem. As far as quitting, there are lots of considerations. First off, you may need to do so under medical supervision, depending on how much/often you drink.
I am a year and half post tx and I am experiencing memory loss, processing information (use to have a wonderful sense of direction) and just not myself. I have a very hectic job and I feel there are times I cannot keep up--and yes
my confidence has diminished...anyone out there feel the same way...???
Memory and motivation problems are a symptom of hypothyroidism (under medication). It sounds like your stepdad might need his meds adjusted. Can you post his most recent thyroid lab work with reference ranges? Ranges vary lab to lab and have to come from his own lab report.
What is he taking for meds?
Does he have other symptoms?
Hello, please i need help with my brian. I forget things in a short time, how do I improve my brain efficiency? I would prefer a natural treatment. Please I need help!!!!
It is so nice to know that I'm not alone out there.
This disease is bad enough without being beaten up by doctors.
I suppose I should try and tell myself that the doctors who've been argumentative are just trying to help. But some have gotten downright rude. And the word "coping skills" and other things came up. I think he has a point sadly enough.
I am like you too. I question my diagnosis a lot. I had a positive Lyme test and I question its validity.
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