Memory Loss

- improving your memory

Whilst many of us think of memory loss as being associated with aging, in fact it can be caused by one of many health-related factors.

The causes of memory loss could be any one of :-

Whilst this list is not comprehensive, it give an idea of the range of health problems that can cause short or long term memory loss problems.

As you age, you start to lose brain cells. The older you become, the more these changes can affect your memory.

It's quite normal to have problems remembering the names of people that you've just met.

Here's a few tips and activities to help jog your memory:-

write it down !
keep a diary - put everything in it
keep your brain active - watch programs like Countdown, complete crosswords, etc
practice remembering - repeat a new name to yourself several times and make associations with past events or people
keep to a routine - always keep your keys in the same place, double check that you've locked your car, etc

Despite it being frustrating, problems with your memory are usually not serious.

If you're starting to have problems coping with everyday events, it may be worth visiting your doctor or health care practitioner.

For example, if you forget how to get to the local store, something that you've done many times before.

Dementia tends to get worse over a period of months or years.

One of the main problems with Alzheimers patients is storing new information.

Keeping new information simple helps. Try and reduce the stress in their lives and maintain a routine.

As the disease progresses, the memory is likely to degrade further.

Recommended Books & Resources

Homeopathic treatment - did you know that there are five possible treatments with homeopathic medicine ? Check for further information at http://www.online-family-doctor.com/homeopathy/forgetfulness-weak-memory.html

Triple Your Memory - techniques for improving your ability to remember important or not-so-important details, dates and names.

Memory Quilts - more and more people are taking up this forgotten craft and quilting a memory.

Reversing Memory Loss - a useful book on how to improve your memry, correction of short term loss, activities to help reverse loss