My attempt to live Joyfully with MCI/mNCD/Pre-Dementia
I love to read. I always have. I was the kid who hid a book on my lap under my desk during class, so I could sneak in extra reading. When I was in the midst of a good story I was transported into the world of the author. The other kids would tease me,... Continue Reading →
Today is one of those days when I feel cranky about the way people talk about dementia, and in particular, Alzheimer's Disease. I might not develop dementia, but then again I might. I probably won't develop Alzheimer's, but there is a possibility. I struggle each day to live my life to its fullest, and to... Continue Reading →
I've been trying to keep up to date on research about MCI, mNCD, and dementia. This week I read an article that upset me a bit: Getting lost in dementia – An overlooked danger? My first thought was, how can it be an overlooked danger? I think most people with memory problems have been worried... Continue Reading →
I recently had a long awaited appointment with a specialist, and I disappointed by the experience. I had to fight for the answers to my questions, and that's not easy for me nowadays. I had questions, and she just wanted to just say that my symptoms are all within the normal range, and then leave... Continue Reading →
Words skitter away I calm myself, coax them back And begin again. dawn bergacker Photo by Ravi Kant on Pexels.com
Last summer I was diagnosed with Mild Neurocognitive Disorder (mNCD). One of the first things I did was to read up on dementia, because that's the scary part. What if I eventually get dementia? What is it like to have dementia? I learned rather quickly to stay away from books written for caregivers. Most of... Continue Reading →
Today I got the results from a sleep study I took recently. I have mild sleep apnea. That means I only stop breathing every six or so minutes. Here's the interesting part. The sleep dentist I'm being referred to has a pretty informative website. Apparently sleep apnea can cause anxiety attacks, palpitations, AFib, and dementia.... Continue Reading →
Living the Good Life With a Mild Cognitive Disorder 