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Irish_Dem

(64,164 posts)
25. There is no perfect brain.
Sun Feb 11, 2024, 02:49 PM
Feb 2024

We are all born with brain deficits and strengths.

And then as we age and have injuries or illnesses which damage the brain, the brain becomes
impaired to varying degrees.

Yes the major point is can a person function at home or on the job.

We used to think the brain was static and didn't change much after some damage.
But we now know this is not true. That there can be recovery after a brain insult.
The brain finds a way to compensate or re-wire.

And yes if you can do all the tasks of daily living then you are fine.
And you may continue to improve.

But yes if the evaluations say you should not drive, it is prudent to follow that advice.

Are there any neurologists in your area who offer TBI recovery therapy?

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Who doesn't have memory issues? [View all] BlueKota Feb 2024 OP
Memory improves with a good night's sleep, every night, and fewer worries. /nt bucolic_frolic Feb 2024 #1
That's so true. BlueKota Feb 2024 #8
And the strange thing is, I haven't seen any evidence of Biden's spooky3 Feb 2024 #2
I think Hur exaggerated a phrase like; I forgot they where even there... LakeArenal Feb 2024 #4
Agree nt spooky3 Feb 2024 #5
For certain BlueKota Feb 2024 #11
True BlueKota Feb 2024 #9
Don't have memory issues... LakeArenal Feb 2024 #3
Me too BlueKota Feb 2024 #7
The only issue with that report... Think. Again. Feb 2024 #6
I agree BlueKota Feb 2024 #10
And that the Conclusion was that he did NOT have evidence spooky3 Feb 2024 #15
I'm 76, my memory is still good, gab13by13 Feb 2024 #12
Did you ever get to see her live in concert? BlueKota Feb 2024 #24
Everyone worries about memory issues. But damn, we need to worry equally about those who never hlthe2b Feb 2024 #13
Excellent points BlueKota Feb 2024 #22
not me! I remember everything.. WhiteTara Feb 2024 #14
🤣 BlueKota Feb 2024 #23
Qualified professionals often use standardized tests to make a diagnosis. Irish_Dem Feb 2024 #16
I was worried about some memory lapses BlueKota Feb 2024 #17
There is no perfect brain. Irish_Dem Feb 2024 #25
Unfortunately no BlueKota Feb 2024 #26
I wonder if therapy would help you with the spatial skills. Irish_Dem Feb 2024 #27
LOL. My mother used to do that. When she got mad at one of us, rsdsharp Feb 2024 #18
That's funny! BlueKota Feb 2024 #19
Forty years after college..... lastlib Feb 2024 #20
I wouldn't say so BlueKota Feb 2024 #21
This is true canetoad Feb 2024 #28
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