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Alzheimer’s Disease is one of the most common types of dementia. It is characterized as a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and language. The exact cause of AD is unknown but it is hypothesized to be a combination of various genetic and environmental factors.
Learning disabilities are common across people of all ages, but the large array of learning disabilities is not well known to most people. People typically associate speech and reading issues with learning disabilities, but don’t realize how many learning disabilities are classified as Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities (NVLDs).
Neuropsychology studies brain function and its relationship to behavior. It seeks to apply this knowledge through evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of those individuals with suspected or documented neurological problems (e.g., TBI, stroke, dementia, and demyelinating disorders, to name a few). Neuropsychological assessment might be best explained as a blend of neurological and psychological measures involving various brain regions.
Did you know the definition of prematurity is more than just “a baby born early”? Prematurity is used to describe a birth that occurs before 37 weeks gestational age and the immaturity of body systems. Which means a baby can be born on their due date or after,
Cognitive overload is a state of mental exhaustion that occurs when a person’s working memory is overwhelmed by too much information. Research has shown that cognitive overload can have a direct impact on our ability to learn, make decisions, and retain information.
ALTERNATIVE CONSIDERATIONS TO REMEDY BRAIN FOG I am going to this month step out of the usual blog regarding organic brain functions in terms of various diagnoses. I have been encountering many patients complaining of “brain fog” from a variety of sources,
In an ever-changing world, the concept of resiliency has emerged as a vital trait, influencing not just our daily lives but also the very structure of our brains. Resiliency, the ability to bounce back from adversity and adapt to challenges, is more than just a psychological asset;
This is the first blog post in a series of four articles to spotlight mental health issues that arise in connection to the perimenopausal, menopausal, and post-menopausal phases of a woman’s life. Menopause typically occurs around 50-52 years old preceded by 4-8 perimenopausal years.
Developing Children and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) Many parents may have difficulty identifying why their child is having behavioral issues and they don’t know why their child is often uncooperative and acting defiant. Oppositional Defiant Disorder, known as ODD, is a behavioral disorder that causes children to display these behaviors,
Cerebrovascular accidents (CVA’S) more commonly known as stroke, remains a major health concern around the world. Within the United States, approximately 800,000 individuals are diagnosed and treated for stroke annually. It is the 4th leading cause of death behind cardiovascular disease (e.g.,