Many people associate aging with memory loss. It is quite common for someone to see small declines in their memory. Most of the time, these are minor in nature and not long lasting. And some researchers believe that there are things that can be done to help prevent or compensate for this.
Aging is unavoidable. We all get older as time progresses. Like it or not, that’s just how life is. Aging comes with its own set of challenges, and staying active can help to combat them. This goes for both mental and physical health.
When it comes to improving memory, experts recommend a few different things to help. For starters, repeating things can help. The same way that you might say something over and over to yourself to help rehearse a line for a play or memorize an answer to a test, you can use this to help cement something in your mind.
Using visual cues and spatial reminders can also help. For example, A neon colored sticky note will capture your attention and help serve as a reminder about something. I also use spatial reminders in my everyday life. I put my keys and wallet in the same place every night–otherwise I spend my mornings trying to figure out where I put my things.
Dementia and forgetfulness are different things. Dementia is a neurological condition that leads to memory loss, forgetfulness, and a decline in cognitive functioning. Many forms of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease, don’t have cures. There are things that can be done to help improve the quality of life that someone experiences, but the methods outlined here are not going to have the same impact on people that fall into this category, unfortunately.
If you have questions or concerns when it comes to dementia, it is very important that you speak with a medical professional and get the proper assistance.
While there are things that can be done to slow the spread of the disease and improve the quality of life that someone with dementia experiences, there’s no cure for many types. You might notice that things seem to improve at times for loved ones that are struggling with this, but this is typically short lived. Unfortunately, someone with Alzheimer’s disease will continue to see their symptoms worsen over time. Some days will be better than others, but the general trajectory of the person fighting this kind of dementia is downward. They will see symptoms worsen until ultimately, they pass away from the disease.
Having supports in place to help you and your family can make things a little bit easier. In-home care is what we specialize in, but it’s not all that we are knowledgeable of. If you have questions about senior care, helping a loved one with extra needs, or would like to learn more about memory care, please feel free to get in touch. One of our professional caregivers would be happy to talk more with you and help get you pointed in the right direction.
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