Category Archives: Memory

A sudden temporary episode of memory loss and confusion is called transient global amnesia. The criteria for its diagnosis is that it must not be attributed to any other neurological condition. Those affected by the condition cannot recall recent events and are unable to make new memories. This often leads sufferers to repeat the same ...click here to read more

There is a long list of health problems associated with sugar consumption including obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, cavities, and some cancers. There are many campaigns and health warnings out there that promote the reduction of sugar consumption, as it poses major risks to health. The latest research findings suggest another serious health problem could ...click here to read more

Our memory is categorized into long-term and short-term. Short-term memory is used for immediate goals such as daily tasks or remembering someone’s name or to send an e-mail. Depending on how important the information in your short-term memory is, it may become part of your long-term memory. As we age, short-term memory can weaken and ...click here to read more

When it comes to memory loss, there are many risk factors including a head injury, poor nutrition, lack of sleep, older age, alcohol consumption, stroke, and other medical conditions. Now researchers are adding prolonged sitting to the list of factors that can increase the risk of memory loss. Prolonged sitting, so far, has been linked ...click here to read more

With the world’s population aging, more and more people are losing their memory. This is why there is a strong focus on finding preventative measures for memory loss, preferably natural remedies. Researchers examined the effects of tai chi on different levels of mild cognitive impairment — a precursor to future more serious memory loss — ...click here to read more

Memory loss and dementia risk could be detected by observing the eyes of a patient, according to a new study. The study that discovered the link was carried out by researchers to find out whether there was a link between retinal damage and cognitive decline. The idea was based on the similarity between the blood ...click here to read more

Although memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease commonly occur among older adults, they are not an inevitable part of aging. Although there is generally a higher risk of dementia in old age, there are lifestyle factors you can partake in to reduce your risk. One of those factors is exercising regularly—a recent study has uncovered ...click here to read more

There’s no denying the fact that as we age, our memory becomes a bit faulty. This decline in memory for some can be minor, while others can progress from mild cognitive impairment to full-on dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Although age is a large contributing factor to memory loss, your favorite beverage could be too. If ...click here to read more

Akinsesia is a word that means “lacking movement” or “without movement,” but essentially, it is a motor disorder. Here we outline the different causes, symptoms and potential treatments of this often neurologically based condition. Akinesia is a word that is made up of the prefix “a,” which means without, and the Greek word “kinesis,” meaning ...click here to read more

Dysdiadochokinesia, which is a symptom of multiple sclerosis, can be overwhelming for those who suffer from it. Patients and their families often struggle to understand the causes and treatment of this medical condition. A true dysdiadochokinesia definition is the inability to respond to quick movements. Here’s a good example: A healthy person who touches a ...click here to read more

When you sleep, are you more like a log or a restless animal? What I mean is do you stay still, only turning over occasionally, or do you kick, punch, jerk, or even scream? If you said the latter, researchers now suggest that this could be an early sign of dementia and Parkinson’s disease. The ...click here to read more

Video games have been a part of popular culture for decades now and show no signs of slowing down. However, there is still a strong stigma attached to playing games, as they are viewed by some as being childish or a waste of time. A new study conducted by Université de Montréal in cooperation with ...click here to read more

Exercise is a great way to stay in shape. It can help you lose excess pounds, increase your stamina, and even help you strengthen your bones. But what most people don’t realize is that exercise may also help improve your memory and maintain brain health. According to a new study carried out by researchers in ...click here to read more

If you have ever suffered from a stroke, you are most likely on a regimen of medication aimed to reduce the chances of it happening again in the future. One of the types of medications used, known as blood-thinning drugs, has been found in a recent study not only to reduce the risk of stroke, ...click here to read more