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What are your favorite exercises for your brain / brain health?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Minneapolis, MN

I haven't received my official Neuropysch test results yet, but was already told I will have to practice memory exercises.

March 5
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Try legos build things spend couple hours on it either quiet or listening to music

March 8
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Mazes
Word Search
Table Picture Puzzles
Solitaire ( playing cards )
Classic wood Tric- Trac w/ dice

March 5 (edited)
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I practice the game can Sudoku which is a numbers game.

Also, a handful of memory games which includes.....
Mahjong
Tile Explorer
And
Solitaire
Any of the following will test the memory.

From a fellow Warrior and Friend,
Tom W. Morgan
Researcher in Epileptic Triggers

March 17
MyEpilepsyTeam

What exercises can help improve memory and brain health with epilepsy?

Memory exercises can be really helpful for managing cognitive challenges that sometimes come with epilepsy. Here are some strategies that have shown promise:

Memory Training Programs
Memory-rehabilitation or memory-training programs have been shown to help Show Full Answer

What exercises can help improve memory and brain health with epilepsy?

Memory exercises can be really helpful for managing cognitive challenges that sometimes come with epilepsy. Here are some strategies that have shown promise:

Memory Training Programs
Memory-rehabilitation or memory-training programs have been shown to help people with epilepsy who struggle with memory problems. These structured programs can improve recall and cognitive function.

Practical Daily Strategies
- Write down important information after conversations
- Use recall strategies taught by occupational therapists or speech-language pathologists
- Practice memory compensatory behaviors

Physical Exercise for Brain Health
Regular physical activity isn't just good for your body - it can help with memory too. Exercise can improve attention, working memory, and overall cognitive function. Just make sure to avoid exercising on an empty stomach or after very little sleep, as these can be seizure triggers.

Working with Professionals
Allied health professionals like occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and speech-language pathologists can teach you specific recall strategies and help mitigate neurologic effects of epilepsy.

It's great that you're being proactive about this! Once you get your test results, your healthcare team can create a personalized plan that targets your specific needs.

March 5
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Being of the age that I’m at and having used to being involved in doing things. I have found that computers don’t help much in the memory category. There’s something about having Physical. Contact with making things or being part of community groups that caused memory to increase.

March 13

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