As we approach our golden years, it’s quite common to experience some age related memory loss. Whether it’s forgetting where you parked your car, missing a loved one’s birthday, or misplacing your keys, these “senior moments” can often send you into a spiral of worry,...
If you know or love someone with Parkinson’s disease, you know how difficult it can be to witness the progression of the illness. Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement within the body. While the early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are vague,...
The Flexibility of the Human Brain Because the human brain is designed to develop from birth through adulthood, it is inherently able to modify, or re-wire, its own connections. It’s called neuroplasticity (or brain plasticity). Because of this amazing ability, even adults can benefit from enhanced...
Chicken Pox and Shingles and How Are They Linked? Shingles is the herpes zoster virus. This is the same virus that causes varicella zoster, also known as chicken pox. If you have had chicken pox, the virus remains dormant in your body but can reactivate again...
Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that has an effect on several functions of the body. The changes that occur after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease can have a significant impact on both the physical and mental aspects of a person’s wellbeing. Listed below are...
According to research that was published in the June online issue of Neurology, five specific behaviors were found to have a 60% lower risk of Alzheimer’s. Some of these behaviors included physical activity, light to moderate alcohol consumption, a high-quality diet, and participation in cognitive...
What are the Top Five Reasons for Memory Loss Memory loss – whether short or long term – can be very distressing. It's common to be very worried if you start to forget everyday things, or struggle to remember the names of loved ones and important...