Tracking subtle cognitive changes over time involves regularly monitoring specific aspects of brain function such as memory, attention, processing speed, and reasoning. One effective way to do this is through digital cognitive assessments, which are computer-based tests designed to detect…
Dementia patients often face a hidden challenge that many people don’t immediately recognize: **overstimulation**. This happens when their senses are overwhelmed by too much noise, light, or activity around them. Unlike most people who might just feel a little tired…
When menopause and memory loss collide, many women experience what is often called “menopause brain fog.” This is a common symptom during perimenopause and menopause where thinking clearly becomes difficult, memory lapses happen, and concentration feels like a challenge. It…
The health of your gut plays a crucial role in protecting and supporting brain function. This happens because the gut and brain are connected through a complex communication system called the **gut-brain axis**. This system allows signals to travel back…
During deep sleep, your brain enters a special state known as slow-wave sleep, where its activity slows down dramatically and large, slow brain waves dominate. This stage is crucial because the brain is not just resting; it is actively doing…
The Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) is a quick test used to measure a person’s cognitive abilities, such as memory, attention, language, and spatial skills. While it only takes about 10 minutes, the results carry a lot of emotional weight for…
People with dementia often become more irritable at night due to a phenomenon called sundowning, where confusion, restlessness, and mood changes worsen in the late afternoon or evening. This happens because dementia disrupts the brain’s internal clock, known as the…
Small changes in how our brain works can quietly build up and cause big struggles in daily life. Even tiny shifts in memory, attention, or flexibility of thinking can make everyday tasks feel harder than before. For example, when someone…
Audio hallucinations in elderly patients are often triggered by a combination of factors related to aging, brain changes, and health conditions. One common cause is hearing loss due to aging, known as presbycusis. When the ears do not receive clear…
You should start to worry about a parent’s breathing at night if you notice signs that suggest their breathing is not normal or safe. Occasional snoring alone is usually not serious, but if snoring comes with pauses in breathing, gasping…