Try: Some basic exercises materials try the following tips can help improve concentration and mental focus find an area that is conducive to reading – well-lit quiet and comfortable set reachable goals by sticking to a routine schedule focus on an objective and accomplish a set number of pages per session be organized and create checklists create incentives to complete tasks read in different places if possible to change the routine take regular breaks even if it is just to stretch for five minutes this will improve concentration

Materials: Playdoh coins paper clothes

Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Medical Physical

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References: Www nativeremedies com

Keywords: Concentration reading focus

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Try: Follow these useful tips to improve concentration eat a healthy balanced diet eat small meals throughout the day and avoid heavy meals that can cause sluggishness before studying include vitamin supplements into your diet drink plenty of water limit your caffeine and sugar intake as they increase anxiety if possible exercise regular exercise not only improves your concentration but increases energy levels sufficient rest regular sleeping patterns and relaxation are necessary for memory and concentration check medications for side effects

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Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Medical Physical

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References: Www nativeremedies com

Keywords: Concentration focus fitness

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Try: Time yourself putting pegs in a pegboard and taking them out or put a few puzzle pieces together and then take apart shoot marbles into a cardboard box several times a day use rubber bands to exercise your fingers have the cr stretch the rubber band between different fingers squeeze a rubber ball to strengthen your affected hand

Materials: Rubber ball rubber band

Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Medical Physical

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References: Strokeassociation org

Keywords: Motor skills exercises

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Try: Do not allow the cr to drive if he or she is having seizures that would be dangerous on the road every state restricts driving for crs with seizures states typically require that you be seizure free for either 3 6 12 or 24 months from the date of the seizure depending on circumstances and doctor’s recommendations make sure the cr is honest with the doctor about seizures safety is more important than retaining driving privileges be honest with the department of motor vehicles dmv and use their driving form it may protect you legally if problems later occur the cr usually has a personal legal obligation to report seizures to the dmv also remember that the dmv not the doctor makes the decision on driving in most states exceptions do exist but contact your local dmv for further

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Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware

Information: Information

References: Adapted from www epilepsy com

Keywords: Epilepsy seizure driving

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Try: Here are some simple suggestions to help both the cr and cg cope with the losses of later life and discover some of the joys make the best of what you have get a regular physical exam your doctor can help with your current medical ailments through medications and other forms of treatment the routine physical exam may also detect serious ailments cancer diabetes and so on early enough for effective treatment take good care of your eyes get a regular eye exam and use higher wattage light bulbs in the areas where you work and read maintain a healthy diet exercise on a regular basis getting up and moving around frequently may be just as beneficial as a workout walking also provides you with quiet time to be with god meditate and pray don’t become complacent and rust out turn off the tv and read a good book learn about something new and interesting take some noncredit courses that are offered at local schools churches and organizations find a topic that you are passionate and learn more about it you may be surprised that there are others who share your same interests and would love to talk check out elder hostels they provide low-cost mini-courses and companionship both nationally and internationally research your family tree you may learn some interesting history about your family as you keep your brain active don’t overlook more trivial pastimes such as playing cards board games or crossword puzzles recover your sense of value rightly or wrongly we often define ourselves by what we do for a living you may lose your sense of value when you are no longer actively working however leaving the workforce can provide you with more leisure time than you ever had before you can obviously use this time to do the fun things that you enjoy such as travel and getting together with friends however you can also rediscover your sense of value by using the skills that you acquired over your lifetime in volunteer work and other worthwhile endeavors you do not need to let your skills rust just because you are no longer working full time there are an unlimited number of volunteer opportunities available to you it is a blessing to use your gifts and passions to help other people for example habitat for humanity uses volunteers to build homes for families who otherwise would not be able to afford it museums welcome outgoing individuals to be tour guides consider teaching a class at a local social services center or community education program you could also deliver meals to the homebound or become a tutor mentor for a student at a local school you can also recover your sense of value by becoming friends with young people this can be a mutually beneficial relationship they have much to learn from your lifetime of knowledge and experience the companionship may help you ward off loneliness consider yourself an elder who has many worthwhile things to do and share the joys of grand parenting can also help you recover a sense of value even if the grandkids do not live close by you can still stay in touch through phone calls letters email and social media enjoy the freedom to be yourself you have spent much of your lifetime pleasing others such as supervisors co-workers friends and family it is now time to cut loose be yourself and have some fun without worrying about what other people think shed the illusion of independence celebrate your interdependence on others and your total dependence on god

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Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Communication, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Social, Spiritual, Fully Aware, Somewhat Aware

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References: Adapted from care notes published by abbey press in st meinrad in coping with all the losses of later life

Keywords: Aging joy mission service volunteerism activity rediscovery

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Try: Try moving the clock to a position that is more visible if cr is anxious about future events such as a visitor arriving this can lead to repeated questioning it may help if you don’t mention the event until just before it takes place

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Categories: Sage, Topic, Cognitive Intellectual, Communication, Medical Physical, Verbal Communication, So-So Verbal Comm, Poor Verbal Comm, Cognitive Awareness, Somewhat Aware, Long-Term Memory, So-So L T Memory, Poor L T Memory, Short-Term Memory, So-So S T Memory, Poor S T Memory

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References: unusual behaviourby janet keane 2010 available at www alzheimers org uk

Keywords: Repeats questions repeating communication anxious

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Try: This can be due to noisy or stressful surroundings or boredom encourage cr to do something active such as going for a walk it can also be a sign of discomfort so check that cr isn’t too hot or cold hungry thirsty or constipated

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Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Communication, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical, Verbal Communication, So-So Verbal Comm, Poor Verbal Comm, Cognitive Awareness, Somewhat Aware, Unaware, Long-Term Memory, So-So L T Memory, Poor L T Memory, Short-Term Memory, So-So S T Memory, Poor S T Memory

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References: unusual behaviourby janet keane 2010 available at www alzheimers org uk

Keywords: Repeats repetitive body movements phrases discomfort anxious communication

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Try: To communicate as successfully as possible here are some suggestions to help communicate with a cr with aphasia materials try make sure you have the cr cr’s attention before communicating during conversation minimize or eliminate background noise such as television radio other people as much as possible keep communication simple but adult simplify your own sentence structure and reduce your own rate of speech you don’t need to speak louder than normal but do emphasize key words encourage and use other modes of communication writing drawing yes no responses choices gestures eye contact facial expressions in addition to speech take your time when speaking with the cr avoid speaking for the cr with aphasia except when necessary and ask permission before doing so augment speech with gesture and visual aids whenever possible repeat a statement when necessary encourage them to be as independent as possible avoid being overprotective whenever possible continue normal activities such as dinner with family company going out do not shield people with aphasia from family or friends or ignore them in a group conversation rather try to involve them in family decision-making as much as possible

Materials: Paper white board pencil

Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Communication, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical

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References: Aphasia org

Keywords: Aphasia stroke loss of speech

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Try: Make sure the cr always has a way to communicate and make his own decisions; ask yes or no questions or write down potential answers always speak to your loved one in a direct and natural way – never assume that they can’t understand or that there’s no one in there speak clearly to improve understanding use expressive body language draw pictures or write down key words seek help from professionals in conversation techniques for crs with expressive aphasia and talk to a doctor about additional therapy options to help improve a cr’s communication skills without language

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Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Communication, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical

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Keywords: Aphasia loss of speech stroke

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Try: Use props to help get the message across draw words or pictures on paper when trying to communicate speak slowly and stay calm when talking with the cr carry a card to let strangers know you have aphasia and what aphasia means

Materials: Paper white board pencil

Categories: Cognitive Intellectual, Communication, Emotional Psychological, Medical Physical

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References: Webmd com

Keywords: Aphasia loss of speech stroke

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