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Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
Most people approaching retirement look forward to exploring new pursuits and basking in memories of their long and eventful lives. But for thousands of Canadians, Alzheimer's disease replaces the richness of...read more
Are you forgetful?
You may have a deficiency of Vitamin B. What is forgetfulness and how does it differ from Dementia? Loss of memory is a common symptom, particular in the elderly, but memory loss may also b...read more
Background of hypnosis
The origins of the word Hypnosis is derived from the Greek word , Hypnos, which means 'to sleep'. Whilst not asleep, the 'state of hypnosis' is a common occurrence for us all, when we go into a very, very rel...read more
Dementia or normal memory?
Doctors are often asked the question: Is my memory normal for my age? Loss of neurons (brain cells) may be a part of the normal ageing process. As we grow older we may lose c...read more
Dementia: general information
Dementia is not a specific disease. It is a descriptive term for a collection of symptoms that can be caused by a number of disorders that affect the brain. People with dementia have significantly impairedDifferent types of dementia
Multi-infarct dementia Multi-infarct dementia (MID), a common cause of dementia in the elderly, occurs when blood clots block small blood vessels in the brain and destroy brain tissue. Probable risk factors ...read more
How is dementia diagnosed?
If you are close to someone who is feeling confused, agitated or forgetful, you may like to suggest that the person see their general practitioner (GP). They may wish to accompany them on their visit....read more
Upgrade your memory
Are there ways to train your memory? Yes! There are several strategies to improve memory."Hi! How are you? Thank you, you also look very well." if I can only remember your name…you were at th...read more
