Considering Cognitive Changes
When most people think of MS symptoms, they first think
of the physical impact that MS can have. However, it’s important to remember
that MS can cause cognitive changes as well. Cognitive symptoms can include
changes in:
of the physical impact that MS can have. However, it’s important to remember
that MS can cause cognitive changes as well. Cognitive symptoms can include
changes in:
• Mood • Attention • Memory
• Problem solving • Speech
• Problem solving • Speech
If you notice changes in your cognitive ability, talk
with your doctor. By bringing your concerns out into the open, you can take
action to help keep cognitive MS symptoms under control.
with your doctor. By bringing your concerns out into the open, you can take
action to help keep cognitive MS symptoms under control.
How Can I Manage My Cognitive Problems?
Bring it up. If you don’t
mention your cognitive issues, people may think that you’re careless or
indifferent.
mention your cognitive issues, people may think that you’re careless or
indifferent.
Get organized. Use calendars,
electronic devices, and even sticky notes to help you keep track of important
information.
electronic devices, and even sticky notes to help you keep track of important
information.
Plan accordingly To avoid
“cognitive fatigue,” schedule your most mentally challenging tasks
for the time of day when you’re most alert.
“cognitive fatigue,” schedule your most mentally challenging tasks
for the time of day when you’re most alert.
Get your beauty sleep. You’re
more focused when you’re well rested.
more focused when you’re well rested.
Challenge yourself. Keep your
mind flexible with puzzles, reading, games, and other mentally stimulating
activities.
mind flexible with puzzles, reading, games, and other mentally stimulating
activities.
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