Stress can significantly slow down recovery from brain trauma by interfering with the brain’s natural healing processes. When the brain experiences trauma, it needs time and resources to repair damaged cells, form new connections, and restore normal function. However, chronic…
After a brain trauma, sleep patterns often change significantly, affecting both the quality and structure of sleep. One of the most common issues is **fragmented sleep**, where the normal sleep cycle is interrupted frequently. This fragmentation worsens symptoms related to…
After a loved one suffers a head injury, caregivers play a crucial role in monitoring their recovery and ensuring safety. The first step is to watch for common symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, confusion, nausea, or changes in behavior and…
A concussion is actually a type of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), so the two terms are closely related but not exactly the same. A concussion refers specifically to a temporary disruption in brain function caused by a blow or…
Signs of delayed symptoms after blunt force trauma can be subtle and may not appear immediately following the injury. Blunt force trauma occurs when the body is struck by or collides with a blunt object, causing injury without penetration. While…
How Long the Brain Takes to Heal After a Head Injury When someone hits their head, one of the first questions is usually how long it will take for the brain to heal. The answer is not the same for…
Setting up alerts for unusual spending when someone has dementia is an important step to protect their finances and detect potential problems early. The process involves working with the person’s bank or financial institutions to activate notifications that flag transactions…
Talking to adult children about protecting a parent with dementia from scams requires sensitivity, clarity, and practical planning. Start by explaining that dementia can make a parent vulnerable to financial exploitation because it affects memory, judgment, and decision-making. Emphasize that…
Romance scams that target people with cognitive decline are a serious and growing problem. These scams exploit loneliness, trust, and sometimes the impaired judgment that can come with cognitive challenges. Scammers often create fake online profiles to build emotional connections…
People with dementia often face challenges with impulse control and judgment, which can lead to impulse buying and unsafe online spending. To reduce these risks, caregivers and family members can take several practical steps that focus on creating a safe…