A bit of memory loss (amnesia) is a common feature of advancing age. Affected persons tend to struggle with recalling recent events but their long term memory is largely intact. In the modern world where virtually all important information is protected by secret PINs and passwords, this presents a major challenge for many seniors. Fortunately, there are a number of Memory activities for seniors to take part in and improve their ability to recall vital information.
One of the age old solutions to the problem is involvement of an individual in solving puzzles. This exercise has been shown to be effective in the young and old. Of most benefit are crossword puzzles that may involve the use of numbers or words. Most of these puzzles to do require a lot of intelligence and are simply solved by applying simple logic reasoning.
Sensory stimulation is a strategy that keeps all the major senses engaged. It entails making a deliberate effort to engage all the five senses with the aim of maintaining neural connections. To keep the sense of hearing engaged, for example, one may listen to some beautiful music on a regular basis. Tasting a delicious meal will an engage the sense of taste. And an attractive seen maintains visual pathways.
There are a number of board games that can serve the same purpose and even provide additional benefits. The most common among them are chess and checkers (or draughts). The nature of these games are such that one needs to recall some information and anticipate the move likely to be made by their opponent. It is for this reason that such games also help with cognition.
Reading regularly is a simple yet another effective solution. Reading ensures that your brain gets enough word recall exercise. Materials that one may read are varied and range from newspapers, to books to magazines. Persons that are in the habit of reading when young have a lower incidence of amnesia than those who do not. The habit of reading is more important than the duration of reading or the content read.
It should be emphasized that seniors should strive to keep learning as long as they are still alive. Learning something new is it just exciting but it puts a recall strain on the brain which ultimately serves to preserve the memory. Once a new skill has been acquired one has to keep remembering it so that they can keep it to use from time to time. New skills may include, for example, learning an instrument, learning how to cook and even attempting a new language.
A healthy body is a healthy mind. Regularly exercising is beneficial to all cells in the body including the neurons. There is a need to exercise regularly. Exercise helps get rid of stress and improves blood flow to the brain. The result is a general improvement of brain function. Exercises such as brisk walking jogging and cycling are considered effective. Regular exercise should be accompanied by a well balanced diet.
Amnesia is a very common problem among the elderly. The severity shows inter-individual variability with some people displaying more severe symptoms compared to others. In some persons symptoms are exacerbated by the presence of some medical conditions such as Alzheimer disease. Remaining active throughout keeps this problem in check.
One of the age old solutions to the problem is involvement of an individual in solving puzzles. This exercise has been shown to be effective in the young and old. Of most benefit are crossword puzzles that may involve the use of numbers or words. Most of these puzzles to do require a lot of intelligence and are simply solved by applying simple logic reasoning.
Sensory stimulation is a strategy that keeps all the major senses engaged. It entails making a deliberate effort to engage all the five senses with the aim of maintaining neural connections. To keep the sense of hearing engaged, for example, one may listen to some beautiful music on a regular basis. Tasting a delicious meal will an engage the sense of taste. And an attractive seen maintains visual pathways.
There are a number of board games that can serve the same purpose and even provide additional benefits. The most common among them are chess and checkers (or draughts). The nature of these games are such that one needs to recall some information and anticipate the move likely to be made by their opponent. It is for this reason that such games also help with cognition.
Reading regularly is a simple yet another effective solution. Reading ensures that your brain gets enough word recall exercise. Materials that one may read are varied and range from newspapers, to books to magazines. Persons that are in the habit of reading when young have a lower incidence of amnesia than those who do not. The habit of reading is more important than the duration of reading or the content read.
It should be emphasized that seniors should strive to keep learning as long as they are still alive. Learning something new is it just exciting but it puts a recall strain on the brain which ultimately serves to preserve the memory. Once a new skill has been acquired one has to keep remembering it so that they can keep it to use from time to time. New skills may include, for example, learning an instrument, learning how to cook and even attempting a new language.
A healthy body is a healthy mind. Regularly exercising is beneficial to all cells in the body including the neurons. There is a need to exercise regularly. Exercise helps get rid of stress and improves blood flow to the brain. The result is a general improvement of brain function. Exercises such as brisk walking jogging and cycling are considered effective. Regular exercise should be accompanied by a well balanced diet.
Amnesia is a very common problem among the elderly. The severity shows inter-individual variability with some people displaying more severe symptoms compared to others. In some persons symptoms are exacerbated by the presence of some medical conditions such as Alzheimer disease. Remaining active throughout keeps this problem in check.
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