October 23, 2024
Welcome to The Climb, your weekly journey with Lifecycle Sherpa, where we explore Parkinson’s Disease, its symptoms, treatments, tips, techniques, and build a supportive and knowledgeable community.
This week’s trail leads us to… cognitive changes (Part 5).
Question: What can I do to stop cognitive decline?
Answer: There is, unfortunately, no way to treat or reverse cognitive decline or dementia. The best options are to:
- Stay active (exercise)
- Consume a healthy diet
- Stay cognitively active
- Follow up with your doctor about a referral to see a speech therapist to work on memory strategies and staying mentally sharp.
- If you find you are also having a difficult time with daily routines including getting dressing and are forgetting the next step in routine tasks. ask for a referral to see an occupational therapist as well.
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See you next week!