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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) has been identified by Sharp Again as one of the 10 causes of memory loss and dementia that can be evaluated and treated, potentially preventing memory loss and restoring cognitive function.
Brain injuries occurring at any time of life, even if it seems insignificant in the moment, can lead to cognitive issues years later. March has been designated as Brain Injury Awareness Month by the CDC to raise awareness about traumatic brain injuries and their impact on individuals and families. The month aims to educate the public on prevention, treatment, and support for those affected by brain injuries.
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How To Treat Cognitive Impairment from Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a preventable and treatable condition that, if left unchecked, can predispose a person to cognitive impairment/dementia
In this article, integrative psychiatrist and member of the Sharp Again’s Medical Board Dr. Richard Carlton talks about how and why traumatic brain injury predisposes a person to cognitive problems. He also discusses ways to prevent brain injury, as well as suggesting integrative treatments once an injury has occurred.
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New research on Brain Training
A large, long-term study found that playing a brain training video game may help protect the brain against dementia for decades. Experts say the findings are the strongest evidence yet that cognitive training can create lasting changes in the brain.
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How Goal Setting Changes Your Brain
What if you could form new habits to protect your brain health? Kasia Gustaw Rothenberg, MD, PhD, Director of Neuropsychiatric Services, Center for Brain Health at Cleveland Clinic, offers expert commentary on how goal-setting works in the brain and offers suggestions for the best brain-centered commitments you can make.
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Many With Dementia Still Receive Inappropriate Medications
People with cognitive impairment and dementia are more likely to receive inappropriate prescriptions. One in four with dementia were prescribed at least one potentially inappropriate drug, and in 70 percent of cases, the medical record lacked any clinical justification. Read more here.
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What if memory loss and cognitive decline aren’t inevitable?
Kat Toups, MD, is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (the highest honor bestowed by the APA), principal investigator on over 100 clinical trials, including 20 failed trials for Alzheimer’s drugs, and an important thought leader in the field of cognitive health.
In this episode on HeartMath, Dr. Toups shares new science-backed research showing that brain aging can often be slowed—and early dementia often reversed. Dr. Toups shares that this new research is now reshaping how science understands brain aging and Alzheimer’s disease.
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Baked Lemon-Pepper Salmon
Salmon is a fatty, cold-water fish that is exceptionally high in, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, Vitamin D, and minerals while being low in mercury and other toxins. This easy-to-prepare recipe is great for a weeknight dinner. Serve with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad or fluffy brown rice for a complete meal.
Click here for the recipe.
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