A recent study published in the journal Archives of Neurology found that high blood pressure may predict dementia in older adults who have impaired executive function – difficulty organizing thoughts and making decisions – but not for those with memory problems.
The study included 990 dementia-free participants, average age 83, who were followed for five years. During that time, dementia developed in 59.5 percent of those with and in 64.2 percent of those without high blood pressure. Similar rates were seen in participants with memory dysfunction alone and with both memory and executive dysfunction.
However, among those with executive dysfunction alone, the rate of dementia development was 57.7 percent among those with high blood pressure compared to 28 percent for those without high blood pressure, which is also called hypertension.
“We show herein that the presence of hypertension predicts progression to dementia in a subgroup of about one-third of subjects with cognitive impairment, no dementia,” wrote the researchers at the University of Western Ontario in Canada. “Control of hypertension in this population could decrease by one-half the projected 50-percent five-year rate of progression to dementia.”
The study author noted, the findings may prove important for elderly people with cognitive impairment but no dementia.
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i have major memory problems for years and years.(im in my 50s) …cant remember 99% of growing up, school, home etc…. its very distressful…i also have great problems in getting from a to b when driving… get lost very easily… now my adult daughter has the same problems and she is only in her early 20s…. what is this?? thank you..
(Virginia Commonwealth University) The part of the brain that uses hearing to determine sound location is reorganized in deaf animals to locate visual targets, according to a new study by a team of researchers from Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Western Ontario in Canada.
u just described my cousin and he has high blood pressure so u can get it too
You are not alone
The coincidence is too great to be ignored. Simvastatin took a year of my sanity and reduced me to the intellectual status of a junior employee not to be trusted with the stewardship of the flourishing business I have spent the last twenty years growing. I am quite flattered by the “one in a million” chances that such effects can develop but such long odds mean that Medical Practitioners, my own included, have never (knowingly) encountered these and equally rarely would consider an association between statins and psychosis if confronted with it. I am writing this in the spirit of the yellow card system for reporting the suspect adverse drug reactions supervised by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and hope to bring it to the attention of Medical Practitioners for future consideration.
I experienced two ‘fainting’ spells at the office, after the second of [...]
Executive Dysfunction is not a euphemism for lazy. Lazy is completely different.
I have extreme social anxiety disorder and alot of memory problems… It does keep me from doing the things in life i want and need to do like get and keep it. It keeps me from socializing with people. I’m only comfortable talking to people i’ve known my whole life. Anyone else its almost impossible to talk to or verbally communicate with.
Douches, I will address your comments seriatim. Douche #1: You can pardon someone before they've been charged, after they've been convicted, even when they're dead. Your imagination sucks.Douche #2: It's “precedent” not “president”. In spite of your execrable spelling (“wounder”?) good call on what you presumably mean to be a Congressional subpoena scenario. That's when the memory problems act up.Douche #3: “is it even legal for a president to pardon himself?” Yes it is. You don't know much, do you?
MS Cognitive Impairment –
I wonder how much of the disparity comes from the fact that men tend to under-report symptoms following injury, especially when their opportunity to continue playing the sport is involved. Women are on average more forthcoming with information about symptoms related to injury.
Women also have denser neural connections in the frontal lobes and corpus collosum. The frontal lobes are intimately involved in higher cognitive activities and executive functions, and any impairment to them will show up on standard neuropsychological evaluations- I wonder if the higher frequency of cognitive impairment in female athletes has to do with the fact that their denser neural connections means more of a deficit will be noticed following damage from TBI.
A question: do you know if your mom has or had social anxiety disorder as well, hence the suicide attempts? If so, your case could very well be purely hereditary, same goes for your dad and his memory problems. I suffer from social anxiety as well, though not nearly as bad, but I do and can still feel your pain for I still have a variant of the same disorder. Just know that you are a beautiful person, always keep that in mind no matter what, and I hope you are doing well and will continue to. <3
Severe sepsis can lead to memory problems – CNN (blog) –
I recently had a talk with the woman running for regional councillor. She asked why I wouldn't and had never voted. I tried to explain that it was pointless and that I didn't care for the idea of someone else making decisions for me. Im an adult. I make my own decisions, and if everyone realized this, we wouldn't need a government, only altruism. I wish that she could see the value, the perfect sense that this video makes. Thanks Stefan
Information geared towards the growing needs of older adults, their caretakers and families. welcome to maturity matters
http://www.sciencia.org Non-essential symptoms of depression and cognitive impairment no dementia (CIND) in…
Many individuals with Tourette’s Syndrome have co-morbid conditions (having two or more conditions). ADHD, OCD and specific learning disabilities are some of the most common diagnosed ones, but there are many others that often go masked by other problems. One of the most common of these is Executive Dysfunction. It is often characterized by difficulty with planning, flexibility, organization, and self-monitoring.
[...] A new Mayo Clinic study found that reading books, playing games, participating in computer activities and crafting led to a 30 to 50 percent decrease in the risk of developing mild cognitive impairment. People who watched television for less than seven hours a day in later years were 50 percent less likely to develop mild cognitive impairment than those who watched more than seven hours of television per day. Additionally, individuals who participated in social activities and read magazines during middle age were about 40 percent less likely to develop mild cognitive impairment than those who did not participate in those activities. This study was presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s Annual Meeting in Seattle, April 25-May 2, 2009 and written about on Mayo Clinic. [...]
Although cognitive impairment has often been attributed to a consequence of chemotherapy, a recent study has shown that chemotherapy may not be the true cause the condition that many refer to as “Chemo Brain.” Researchers have discovered that the decrease in mental ability may actually be caused by the stress associated with diagnosis, not by chemotherapy treatment.
Scientists from CogState Ltd performed a series of tests in which they compared the cognitive performance of 30 women with breast cancer who were undergoing chemotherapy to 30 women who did not have cancer. The results of this study showed that only 10% of the cancerous women undergoing chemotherapy experienced mental deterioration, and that many of the women who thought they had cognitive impairment actually did not.
In a second study, researchers discovered that women undergoing the initial stages of treatment for breast cancer did not have a significant decrease in mental ability. The findings suggested that difficulties in mental performance of the women who had recently been diagnosed were due to the stress caused by a diagnosis of cancer, as well as various other contributors like quality of life. These results were determined using tests that analyzed working and spatial learning
The results of this study are important because they may impact the way cancer patients view chemotherapy. When reports tell of the dangers of chemotherapy, patients may be deterred from seeking such treatment, so it is good that this study can prove that chemotherapy should still be an option for those seeking treatment.
Anxiety, Depression, & Behavioral Symptoms of Executive Dysfunction in Ecstasy Users: Contributions of Polydrug Us…
Good voice. the song could do with being extended. Ironically i was about to write a song about Executive Dysfunction whilst googling the subject – thinking it had never been done!
"Pushing back school start times by just 30 minutes each day can improve alertness, mood and health in adolescents, according to a study published in JAMA’s Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. "Ranging from the amount of sleep they were getting, to self-reported sleepiness, to self-reported depressed mood to tardiness, the study demonstrates you can make a positive impact with relatively small change in start time, " said lead study author Dr. Judith A. Owens, director of the pediatric sleep disorder center at Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island."
Many individuals with Tourette’s Syndrome have co-morbid conditions (having two or more conditions). ADHD, OCD and specific learning disabilities are some of the most common diagnosed ones, but there are many others that often go masked by other problems. One of the most common of these is Executive Dysfunction. It is often characterized by difficulty with planning, flexibility, organization, and self-monitoring.
New Research on Mild Cognitive Impairment: On September 7, 2010, the National Institute of Health reported that ol…
Are you nervous while they’re taking your blood pressure? I have white coat hypertension. When I get my BP checked at the doctors office it’s usually 130 to 150 on the high end, but when I take it at home at my own leisure it’s within normal range. I was under the impression that high blood pressure is only dangerous when it’s sustained.
I think most everyone agrees that that album cover does not do our awesome David justice at all. It reminds me of the suit that he was forced to wear during the Idol tour that we all know that he hated to wear. We should all be asking WHO is making decisions about unflattering costumes for the tour and WHO is making decisions about unflattering haircuts for the music video and WHO is making decisions about unflattering album covers???????? Then we should all be asking WHY are these types of decisions that are not in David's best interest being made???????????
i can sooo relate to your song! i have terrible executive dysfunction (woopy! not)
I see a new study into dementia has hit the headlines today..
Positive Outlook Cuts Chances of Dementia
By Tate Gunnerson
HealthDay Reporter
Monday, January 19, 2009; 12:00 AM
MONDAY, Jan. 19 (HealthDay News) — Sociable people who don't sweat the small stuff may be more likely to remember the small stuff as they age, suggests new research exploring the link between personality and the incidence of Alzheimer's disease.
“Older people who are active, outgoing and relaxed may be less likely to develop dementia,” said study author Hui-Xin Wang, with the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden.
The study, published in the Jan. 20 issue of Neurology, adds to a growing body of evidence suggesting a link between personality traits, lifestyle and Alzheimer's disease.
According to the National Institute on Aging, Alzheimer's disease currently affects between 2.4 million and 4.5 million Americans, and that number will increase significantly as the population ages unless the disease can be effectively treated or prevented.
Researchers questioned 506 older people about their personality traits and lifestyle, to measure their sociability and disposition to stress. After six years, 144 people had developed some sort of dementia, but researchers discovered that calm, more relaxed people, whether they had active social lives or not, were 50 percent less likely to develop dementia than those who had higher levels of neuroticism.
People who were both calm and outgoing, with active social lives, were also 50 percent less likely to develop dementia.
The study found that less neurotic people were more calm and self-satisfied than their more neurotic counterparts, while outgoing people tended to be more socially active and optimistic than less extroverted people.
“Strategies to change lifestyle, such as having an active lifestyle, engagement in different leisure activities, i.e. mental, social and physical activities, or having a rich social network, may protect against dementia,” Wang said.
I don't suppose Psychiatrists will like this research one bit since it shakes the very core of their industry.
The idea that personality and lifestyle can help prevent the development of dementia is obviously dangerous to economic well-being of psychiatry.
To maintain its vice-like grip on its market share, Psychiatry must convince the world that the notion of “neuroplasticity” is laughable hippy-clap-trap.
In truth, Psychiatry itself suffers from a deeply engrained mass delusion that the troubled mind is the product of a severe neurobiological brain disorder.
Where's your proof, Mister Torrey?
In ♥ with the “n-3 fatties”
This is the MOST delicious meal, And a staple of mine when I was living abroad in the capitol country of baguettes and boulangeries. For those of us who are sensitive to gluten- this meal is of course wheat & gluten free- but fills you up much more completely than any carb craving.
The other thing I adore about this meal (and the very special way Khaled prepares it) is that the fish offers DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (no, not the Environmental Protection Agency
Eicosapentaenoic acid! DHA & EPA are what I like to refer to as the “n-3 fatties” or Omega-3 fatty acids. They have both shown developments leading to anti-inflammatory pathways in the body. Although it's slightly more complicated than that, if you were sore after the 10 minute Push-Up Burpee Ladder (as I was) you may be ingesting something wholly more valuable than a lean protein punch. This meal helps you heal. 
In 2005 an article from “Archives of Neurology,” found that enjoying a meal of DHA-rich fish once a week was likely to reduce the rate of cognitive decline in elderly people by ten percent; the Japanese live long for a reason AND I need to start cooking for my grandfather….
There are options for vegans & vegetarians too! Since DHA emerges in photosynthetic and heterotrophic micro algae, there are supplements available for those wishing to boost dwarfing levels. Check with your local health food store.
Finally, when you're out and about and cannot wait to get this meal on the table, remember that it's always a good idea to source your fish from a local seafood market, food co-op or home-catch. The value in knowing where your fish comes from, and how it's being harvested benefits us all by way of collective health. For more information on sustainable fish harvests visit
Or for a Seafood Watch pocket guide visit
Did I mention DHA and EPA are also ♥-protectors?
Scrumptiously,
Callie
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Hey Kambridge967: You’re considered to have pre-hypertension if your upper # is between 120 and 139, or your lower # is between 80 and 89 (with multiple readings). You’re more likely to develop high blood pressure if you have pre-hypertension.
Stroke patients and their caregivers need more input from their doctors on updated risk findings, basic dos and don’ts, and how-tos involved in taking new medications. That’s the consensus reached by Cheryl Bushnell, MD, MHS, and several colleagues in a new study published in the Aug. 9 issue of the Archives of Neurology. Of the nearly 2,600 patients involved in the study, one of every four stopped taking at least one of their prescribed medications within three months of hospitalization for a stroke, the authors discover. The first three months after a stroke are critical, the authors note, because that’s when the risk of another stroke is highest, according to CardiovascularBusiness. Those patients with disabilities and/or no heath coverage are more likely to stop taking their meds. "Hopefully, we as providers can improve patients’ medication compliance through better communication and by being aware of the factors associated with medication discontinuation," says Bushnell, an…
This is for prevention of high blood pressure in youth. How many young people have hypertension??? What does it do for those ADULTS who have hypertension? Give me a break!
[...] terms of news there was found to be a relationship between lissencephaly genes and executive dysfunction in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This might be signal a trend towards relating genes to [...]
I had been experiencing high blood pressure for 10 years. Chemicals only brought it down to border line, so I searched the Internet for an alternative that was 100 per cent safe. I started using Levodyn with the chemicals at first, now I just take the Levodyn occasionally. My blood pressure is like a young person’s. I don’t get any palpitations that I still would get with chemicals, and I feel a much calmer person. I would definitely recommend Levodyn.
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I see a new study into dementia has hit the headlines today..
Positive Outlook Cuts Chances of Dementia
By Tate Gunnerson
HealthDay Reporter
Monday, January 19, 2009; 12:00 AM
MONDAY, Jan. 19 (HealthDay News) — Sociable people who don't sweat the small stuff may be more likely to remember the small stuff as they age, suggests new research exploring the link between personality and the incidence of Alzheimer's disease.
“Older people who are active, outgoing and relaxed may be less likely to develop dementia,” said study author Hui-Xin Wang, with the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden.
The study, published in the Jan. 20 issue of Neurology, adds to a growing body of evidence suggesting a link between personality traits, lifestyle and Alzheimer's disease.
According to the National Institute on Aging, Alzheimer's disease currently affects between 2.4 million and 4.5 million Americans, and that number will increase significantly as the population ages unless the disease can be effectively treated or prevented.
Researchers questioned 506 older people about their personality traits and lifestyle, to measure their sociability and disposition to stress. After six years, 144 people had developed some sort of dementia, but researchers discovered that calm, more relaxed people, whether they had active social lives or not, were 50 percent less likely to develop dementia than those who had higher levels of neuroticism.
People who were both calm and outgoing, with active social lives, were also 50 percent less likely to develop dementia.
The study found that less neurotic people were more calm and self-satisfied than their more neurotic counterparts, while outgoing people tended to be more socially active and optimistic than less extroverted people.
“Strategies to change lifestyle, such as having an active lifestyle, engagement in different leisure activities, i.e. mental, social and physical activities, or having a rich social network, may protect against dementia,” Wang said.
I don't suppose Psychiatrists will like this research one bit since it shakes the very core of their industry.
The idea that personality and lifestyle can help prevent the development of dementia is obviously dangerous to economic well-being of psychiatry.
To maintain its vice-like grip on its market share, Psychiatry must convince the world that the notion of “neuroplasticity” is laughable hippy-clap-trap.
In truth, Psychiatry itself suffers from a deeply engrained mass delusion that the troubled mind is the product of a severe neurobiological brain disorder.
Where's your proof, Mister Torrey?
Vitamins for High Blood Pressure and Low blood Pressure: High blood pressure, which is also called hypertension,
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE AFFECTS YOUR SEX DRIVE. #breakingnews
why ? is explained .. that IF the woman forgets the other woman make her remember .. why ? well first is IF , not ALL. this means some women forget more than men in regarding of WRITTEN contracts .. older women after 50 have hormonic problems and many have memory problems .
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Links of london renal injury: Publisher contact information for the journal Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics…
But I must agree about short term memory problems and paranoia…I've smoked it too much,I couldn't remember shit and I felt constant fear of people's judgment…Also weed got me into serious social problems because I've used it constantly since I was 15,and it became my escape from growing up…It's not that harmless as most people think,but overdose???Fuck off!
Replication of CLU, CR1, and PICALM Associations With Alzheimer Disease: Archives of Neurology #neurology #mdlinx
I totally get what you're talking about here — the exhaustion/cognitive impairment, the waking up for no reason at all, the crying (wailing!) before sleep. Our 19 mo. old has had awesome stretches of 11-12 hour nights and not-so-awesome stretches (like now) of 10 hours a night max, with multiple wake-ups. The new mattress we bought seemed to make a difference for awhile. It's all such a crazymaking guessing game.