Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Memory Loss: Preparing for the Inevitable

Memory loss, in general, doesn't always indicate that you're at risk of Alzheimer's disease. There are instances when people forget what they've seen or heard a few minutes ago; that's just how the brain works, according to psychologists. However, if you can't remember the names of people you spend a lot of time with, it may signify a problem. If you compare the brain to a hard drive, long-term memory loss is the same as a corrupted drive.

It's crucial to detect this degenerative mental disease in its early stages. Among those considered as early-stage symptoms are the inability to conjure ideas despite having rehearsed hundreds of times and the tendency to do multiple tasks at the same time. Memory screening tests can help identify whether or not a person has Alzheimer's disease, although its results aren't the sole basis. Early stages of the disease should be countered with early preparation.


Alzheimer's disease is progressive. Early detection may not yield a cure, but anticipating the disease ahead of time can prepare friends and family better for the inevitable. People suffering from Alzheimer's are most in need of medical and social support from those close to them. Memory screening and other clinical tests can help diagnosed patients prepare in advance for the journey ahead. 

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