Brain Health
This is a forum to mutually support a community of members directly and indirectly affected by brain health issues. We share information and our experiences with many brain and cognitive conditions, including memory disturbances, confusion, disorientation, and more.
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Can you be absent-minded and intelligent?
Is it possible for someone to be absent-minded yet mentally intelligent?Asked a year ago
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Why can't I think of the words when speaking?
Is there something bad happening to my brain that I can't seem to think and formulate the words that I need to have an intellectual conversation? I can still write and type, but it takes a lot of effort. Asked a year ago
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How to instantly clear brain fog?
What is the fastest way I can rid myself of this brain fog? Thanks.Asked a year ago
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What stage of Alzheimer's is aphasia?
Hi, my great aunt has developed Alzheimer's and I've been doign quite a bit of research into this toppic. It seems like Aphasia and Alzheimer's are somehow connected? Yet they're different? When does Alzheimer's start exhibiting signs of aphasia and is there a way to tell the difference? Thanks.Asked a year ago
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What does a shrinking brain indicate?
What does it mean when someone's brain starts to shrink? Is it a typical sign of aging? Asked a year ago
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What causes shrinkage of the frontal lobe?
Hello, a family member of mine has been diagnosed with frontal lobe atrophy, but he was the healthiest man I've ever known. What could have caused it? Asked a year ago
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What is the life expectancy of someone with frontotemporal dementia?
My mom is 85 years old and has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. The doctor has given us anti-depressants to treat the symptoms and said there is nothing else they can do. How long can we expect her to live, and is there anything extra we can give her to slow down the progression? Asked a year ago
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Is avocado good for your memory?
Hi all, my brother has started getting dementia, and his memory is slowly going to pot. Will feeding him some avocado help improve his memory, even if it's just a little bit? Asked a year ago
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Is broccoli good for the brain?
Hello, the last thing I want to put my children through is me with dementia or some other neurodegenerative disease. Is broccoli one of those recommended foods for memory and brain function? Asked a year ago
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Why does yellow nail syndrome cause respiratory damage?
Hi, I thought that I had toenail fungus, and I tried all sorts of treatments that never worked, and my nails have become thick, yellow, and infected. The other day I started experiencing shortness of breath, I looked it up, and it looks like I have yellow nail syndrome. Why would it cause shortness of breath? Asked a year ago
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