memory

Brain Fitness- How are Memories Created?

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How Memory is Controlled in the Brain: 1.Formation and retention: The hippocampus plays a strong role in processing information and is very important in storing information. It lies deep in the central portion of the brain. 2.The amygdala is an almond shaped structure which processes emotions. This structure allows your brain to imprint a memory […] Read More

Memory and Brain Fitness

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As we age, our ability to remember facts seems to diminsh. While there is undoubtably age related memory loss, sometimes these changes are not a sign of dementia and armay be indicators of an underlying disease or even normal.  Memory or the ability to recall facts and information can be affected by a number of medical conditions. When investigating memory […] Read More

Are you Living in the Moment?

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Last weekend I went to visit my 94 year old mother at her retirement home in Peterborough Ontario.  After wandering around her floor and greeting the various residents that I have come to know over the last few years, I found her sitting alone in a chair peering out of a window at the activity in […] Read More