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Memory Loss in the Elderly
As people age they experience memory loss in one form or another. Forgetfulness can be normal or due to a more serious problem. Early detection is key in treatment.
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Alzheimer's Disease
Discusses the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and provides additional links.
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Berries Help More Than Our Hearts
Why is it that the saying we have all heard, "we are what we eat" is such big news?
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Herbal and Home Remedies That Prevent Memory Loss
The Ancient Grandmothers have a thing or two to tell us about how to keep our memory sharp until the day we die.
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Memory Loss Syndrome is Distinct from Alzheimer's
Mild Cognitive Impairment: new research is showing that there is a distinct elderly group with memory loss that is different than those with early Alzheimer's Disease.
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Memory Loss, Forgetfulness and Aging
Does memory loss and forgetfulness have to be part of your life after turning fifty? Noticing changes in your memory function as you age is completely normal!
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Need a Brain Boost?
Do you still suffer from hypo symptoms? Does your doctor say that your lab tests are normal? Maybe you need a little T3 to boost your brain function and take care of the fatigue and muscle cramps.
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Living with Fibromyalgia: Lisa’s Story
Let's look at a scenario of one woman's life. A woman, Lisa, who is twenty-five and just given birth to her second child. Lisa wonders what is wrong with her. Eventually, she will find out she has Fibromyalgia, but for now, she is scared to death and her doctor blames the flu.
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Dementia
Overview of dementia and the diseases which can result in memory loss.
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Alzheimer's Disease: Is There a Prevention?
Alzheimer's Disease - On-going studies on vitamins and other medications show some progress in slowing of the process, but much more is needed.
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Alzheimer’s - Am I Losing My Mind?
Not only does Alzheimer's affect the memory, but it can also be fatal. Alzheimer's is the seventh leading cause of death in the U.S.
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Holistic Wellness ~ The Mind (Part 2B)
Natural remedies and therapies for disorders of the mind and emotions.
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Living with Alzheimer's
Alzheimer Disease accounts for over 70% of progressive dementia in adults today. This disease frequently has a threatening onset.
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Memory in Alzheimer's Disease
Types of memory that may be lost during the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Tips for people with memory loss including how to use memory aids.
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Oblivion by Peter Abrahams
Book Review of Peter Abrahams' novel Oblivion
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Too Old to Drive - the Decision
One of the worst decisions we ever have to make for someone else -- hang up their car keys. From age related memory issues, Alzheimers or dementia. How can you be gentle?
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Understanding Alzheimer's
The article discusses the signs, risk factors and care for those with Alzheimer's.
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Over 50? How Green Tea Can Help
The latest research showing the health benefits of green tea for everything from rheumatoid arthritis to prostate cancer to dry mouth.
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Alzheimer's Versus Dementia
Many people assume that dementia means Alzheimer's. In reality they are two different entities. Their differences and causes are explored.
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Caring for Aging Elderly Parents
Advice and support for those younger seniors caring for their elderly parents or other relatives. Article covers physical and mental health, patience, senior depression.
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Elderly Dementia and Delirium
What are the differences between delirium and dementia in the elderly? What are the symptoms? How do you diagnosis and treat cognitive impairments?
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Healthy Foods for Brain Function
Certain foods have been found to improve brain health and function. This article names and explains the benefits of each.
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How to Manage Dementia
Dementia is a challenging disease that robs people of their mental abilities. Learn how you as a caregiver can help a loved one struggling with dementia.
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Mood Altering Exercise
Did you know that exercise creates mental alertness, a sharper mind and the ability to learn? Not only that, but exercise is a powerful anti-depressant.
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Understanding Lewy Body Disease
Lewy Body Disease (or Dementia with Lewy Bodies - DLB) is sometimes misdiagnosed as Alzheimer's disease. This article describes DLB and highlights its unique features.
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Asking Alice About Blackout - (Knockout?)
A round up summary of what Alice says about blackout. This essay is also an attempt to explore and discover the website "Go Ask Alice." If you have questions about alcoholism, addiction or any related matters....I highly suggest that you check out the website Go Ask Alice
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Early Onset Alzheimer's
Early onset Alzheimer's strikes victims under the age of 65. It is most often familial(passed on thru families)in nature. Learn about possible causes and meet some people who are dealing with the onset of Alzheimer's in their 40's and 50's.
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Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
This describes the typical progression of this condition from the first signs, with the characteristics that may be prevalent.
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Behcet's disease
Behcet's is a chronic autoimmune disorder characterized by vasculitis, oral and genital ulcers, and uveitis, which can occur in patients with hepatitis C.
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Tales from the West Texas Dust
Part V of an interview with Randy and Rosie Williamson
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Autoimmune Disease A Leading Cause of Death in Women
The most common cause of thyroid disease is autoimmune. The response of the body's immune system turning on its own cells. Now researchers have concluded that autoimmune disease may be the 8th leading cause of death in women ages 15 to 64.
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Choline
Find out all you can about Choline and what effects it has on your body.
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Maintaining your Memory at any Age
Memory can be sustained as we age. A wide variety of natural, noninvasive methods can be used to keep our memories crisp and clear. This article covers such memory related areas as: brain function, memory and aging, relaxation, realistic thinking, nutrition, supplementation, mind games, etc. Attitude toward aging and memory are also an important focus of this article.
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Media Madness
We all know how the media shapes our perceptions of the world. Sadly, when it comes to mental health, the media often winds up reinforcing the public's worst fears.
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The Desperation Point: Self-Deliverance in Middle Age
"The Desperation Point: Self Deliverance in Middle Age," is the third in a series of articles dealing with the topic of Death by Suicide. This article addresses the incidence of elder suicide and contributing factors. It discusses the early onset of diseases in Middle Agers and how this may increase the suicide rates in this age group. Two special messages from contributing writer Morris Friedell, addresses self-deliverance due to dementia.
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Warning Signs of Dementia
Simple memory lapses are normal, though forgetting one's keys can raise the specter of dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Thankfully, most memory lapses are normal.
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What is an Epileptic Seizure?
Certain signs and symptoms indicate epilepsy, a common neurological illness. This disorder can strike at any age, for different reasons.
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Alzheimer Travel
Being stricken with Alzheimer's disease does not need to mean the end of your travels if you have someone who makes the proper preparations for you.
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Essential Oils Are Volatile
What does it mean when we say that aromatherapy oils are "volatile"? How does the volatile chemistry of essential oils affect their therapeutic properties?
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Is There a Cure for Alzheimer's Disease?
Alzheimer's Disease patients taking a new drug, Rember, experienced significant slowing of the disease's effects.
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Mold
With every real estate transaction there are perils that must be considered. Mold is becoming a growing concern. Learn about potential problem areas, health concerns, and problems associated with the sale of a home with a mold issue.
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Sara Orne Jewett: Maine Author
<p>In previous months, we have explored Maine authors like Kenneth Roberts and Mary Ellen Chase. Well, one of Chase’s contemporaries, and a woman ahead of her time, was Sara Orne Jewett. Like many of the other inspirational women of her time, Jewett did not resign herself to the traditional female role of her era. Instead, she had aspirations to become a physician—to learn and explore—to achieve success through more than just marriage and motherhood.
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Stress - When To Get Help
Know the common symptoms of stress and determine if you need help.
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Teens, Alcohol, and Sexual Activity
Teens who drink are more likely to participate in dangerous sexual behavior for a variety of reasons. Help them understand the risks.
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What are the Symptoms of Hypothyroidism?
Learn about the common and perhaps not-so common symptoms of Hypothyroidism.
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10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
The 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's.

Alzheimers Carers Writing Study
People caring for family members with Alzheimer's, are encouraged to write about their feelings, in an Internet-based study to see if this will reduce their stress.
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Benzodiazepines for Anxiety
Benzodiazepines may be an effective short-term treatment for people with severe anxiety. However, these drugs do carry a significant risk of dependency.
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Benzodiazepines for Panic Disorder
Frequent panic attacks can be very frightening for patients with Panic Disorder, but can be effectively treated with anti-anxiety medications called benzodiazepines.
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