Interruptions will kill your memory. We live in a multitasking world full of disruptions. Distractions interrupt our thoughts causing us to mentally and sometimes physically switch gears. We end up multitasking, hurrying, and not doing anything well. More importantly, we don’t remember. Bottom line is interruptions hurt memory. How Interruptions Hurt Memory I remind myself … Read more
“I can’t remember anything anymore!” complains an overworked, busy mom. “I didn’t forget, you never told me” says the elderly husband to his wife. Both these people are forgetful, but the situations are entirely different. While similar, this forgetfulness two ways are different in what they represent and how they are addressed. Forgetfulness Two Ways … Read more
Happy June-ahh, the lazy days of summer are here. But for those with memory issues and/or various dementia forms including Alzheimer’s, the day on the calendar doesn’t mean much. It’s just another long day of trying to do what used to seem so easy, worrying about what may have been forgotten, or struggling to hide … Read more
Spring has sprung (or at least is trying!). Do you smell new grass and flowers growing or sneezing too much with allergies? Spring’s arrival means more than warmer and longer days. It can impact our memories, especially if you use your senses to remember. A sunny spring day can improve our mood, motivation and memories. We smell … Read more
It’s a hustle, bustle week of prepping the big feast, traveling and eating differently than normal. Most of us welcome or take these changes to our schedule and routines in stride. However, that isn’t always the case for older adults, especially those with memory issues. This week as you connect with your family and friends, thankfully … Read more
Did you know that your amazing brain is the nerve or control center of all you do? Your brain has over 100 billion nerve cells called neurons and uses 20% of the oxygen and fuel your blood carries. If you are thinking really hard, it can use up to 50%! All this is contained in … Read more