Inspiration
Slowing the Progression of Dementia
A few weeks ago, my husband, Luis, had his (every six months) follow-up visit with the neurologist regarding “rapidly progressing, early onset” dementia. At the time of that specific diagnosis being made (though “dementia” was diagnosed earlier) he had, “one and a half to two years left and the end won’t be pretty.” I had…
Read MoreFrom the Author Carol Gieg
The topic of traumatic brain injury has been inundating the media lately. My memoir, TBI–To Be Injured, Surviving and Thriving After a Brain Injury, is written from an insider’s point-of-view. I suffered such an injury, followed by neurosurgery. Despite predictions to the contrary, I survived and have been thriving since then. The purpose of this…
Read MoreIs Meditation Good for the Brain?
Meditation benefits anyone Hundreds of years of practicing, say it’s true. But for those who prefer a controlled studies research, Research has proven it too. Beginners, please try not to chastise yourselves, As this will detract from effect. Start with just a few minutes until you want to increase, Focusing on breath or body scan…
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