Mild Cognitive Impairment

We’re beginning to hear more and more about rising rates of Alzheimer’s. It’s a frightening reality, but in many ways, we’re making significant progress. Each additional piece that’s unlocked, brings us closer and closer to...

We all know the saying, if you don’t use it, you lose it — but is this the case with our brains? Over the years, we’ve heard that all kinds of activities help strength cognitive...

 If you have noticed changes in your cognitive abilities, it can be frightening. With Alzheimer’s rates at an all-time high, these changes can be overwhelming. Although cognitive decline is common within the elderly population, it’s...

The terms Alzheimer’s and dementia are confusing enough – now experts have determined that mild cognitive impairment (MCI) also exists and in many ways, is independent of dementia-related conditions. With that being said, there’s some...

Recognizing that something isn’t right can be a scary feeling. You just recently met someone you chatted to for over an hour, yet you can’t remember their name – that’s not like you. What does...

You begin to notice that your mom is forgetting things she once knew, yet she appears to be functioning normally in her day-to-day life. As you look into her symptoms further, you begin to think...

The moment you’re diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. What does this mean for you and your family? Will your symptoms soon progress into the development of dementia? If you...

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) involves the development of cognitive impairments, which are not consistent with other individuals of the same age or education level. With that being said, these impairments are not significant enough to...

Normal pressure hydrocephalus is a disorder that occurs within the brain, as the brain’s ventricle fills with cerebrospinal fluid. This produces issues with reasoning, thinking, walking, and bladder control. Help is available for this condition...

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is believed to be an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. More specifically, this disease attacks the myelin which protects nerves. This leads to a wide range of impairments and...