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Dementia
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The Facts about Dementia....
Treatment for Dementia
If you or a loved one are worried about
memory problems, you should see your doctor
as soon as possible.
Even if a doctor diagnoses an irreversible
form of dementia, much can be done in terms
of treatment and support for patients and
their caregivers.
Advice for Today
There are
medications available, and scientists are working to develop
new treatments that may someday help reverse or
prevent the damage caused by dementia
related illnesses. In the meantime, here are
a few suggestions to try to keep memory
sharp:
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Do 30 minutes of physical
activity a day.
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Do 30 minutes of social activity
a day.
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Do 30 minutes of cognitive
activity a day. For example, crossword puzzles or word-finding
games.
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Limit the use of alcoholic beverages.
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Plan tasks or make a "to do" list.
Use notes, calendars, and other memory
aids. It is easier to remember something if
you can connect it to another meaningful
thing, such as a familiar name, song, or
lines from a poem.
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Ask your physician for a
referral to the
LifeAssessSM
Program at Holy Redeemer.
Stress, anxiety, or depression can
make you more forgetful. Forgetfulness
caused by these emotions is usually
temporary. If these feelings last a long
period of time, it is important to seek help
from a professional.
  
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