Does memorizing words according to [forgetting rules] really work?

If you have also passed CET-4, CET-6, IELTS, TOEFL, SAT … …, you must have heard of this person: Ebbinghaus. The name [Ebbinghaus] is always associated with [memory] [forgetting] and so on. People may be more familiar with [memory law] or [forgetting law], and they have been taught countless times by teachers since childhood: memorizing formulas, memorizing texts and memorizing words. Memorizing words is most afraid of forgetting. Research shows that the speed of forgetting is closely related to the length of the interval: the speed of forgetting is the fastest just after memory, and then the speed of forgetting gradually slows down.

What is the real [brain] food?

People often ask: How can one eat to nourish one’s brain? Do you really have [brain tonic] food? In short, if there is a long-term lack of a certain nutrient, it may indeed affect the normal function of the brain. However, extra supplements of certain nutrients in excess do not make people smarter. More generally, besides us [eating what], there is also [how to eat]. If several important principles are grasped, it will help maintain the normal operation of the brain and reduce and delay the decline of brain cognitive function affected by age and diseases as much as possible. Comprehensive and balanced nutrition is beneficial to brain cognitive function. Under normal circumstances, with the growth of age and the Read More …

How far is Alzheimer’s disease from us?

With the development of modern medicine, some incurable diseases such as smallpox recorded in medical books in the past have disappeared worldwide. However, as the average life span of human beings continues to extend, new death gods continue to appear on the road of human pursuit of longevity, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Yes, in terms of current medical technology, Alzheimer’s disease is incurable, and most of its research is based on big data statistics of patients and lacks recognized systematic theories. It is estimated that by 2050, one in 85 people will suffer from the disease. According to statistics, less than 3% of patients will survive for more than 14 years after diagnosis. Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease. Once Read More …

Mild Cognitive Impairment-A Risk Signal for Elderly Dementia

Every year, September 17 is China’s “Chinese Senile Dementia Prevention Day” and September 21 is “World Alzheimer’s Day”. These are two days to remind people to pay attention to diseases that endanger the brain health of the elderly. However, today we will talk about a more common disease called “pre-dementia” and less severe disease-Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI). Mild cognitive impairment is relatively new. The concept has been put forward by the medical community for only 10 years. It is also mainly manifested by memory and mental retardation. It is closely related to Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) and other dementia diseases and is a very noteworthy [danger signal]. Early identification of mild cognitive impairment is very important for the prevention and treatment Read More …

How far is Alzheimer’s disease from us?

With the development of modern medicine, some incurable diseases such as smallpox recorded in medical books in the past have disappeared worldwide. However, as the average life span of human beings continues to extend, new death gods continue to appear on the road of human pursuit of longevity, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Yes, in terms of current medical technology, Alzheimer’s disease is incurable, and most of its research is based on big data statistics of patients and lacks recognized systematic theories. It is estimated that by 2050, one in 85 people will suffer from the disease. According to statistics, less than 3% of patients will survive for more than 14 years after diagnosis. Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease. Once Read More …

Mild Cognitive Impairment-A Risk Signal for Elderly Dementia

Every year, September 17 is China’s “Chinese Senile Dementia Prevention Day” and September 21 is “World Alzheimer’s Day”. These are two days to remind people to pay attention to diseases that endanger the brain health of the elderly. However, today we will talk about a more common disease called “pre-dementia” and less severe disease-Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI). Mild cognitive impairment is relatively new. The concept has been put forward by the medical community for only 10 years. It is also mainly manifested by memory and mental retardation. It is closely related to Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) and other dementia diseases and is a very noteworthy [danger signal]. Early identification of mild cognitive impairment is very important for the prevention and treatment Read More …

There are many benefits for the elderly to play video games. Take your grandparents to play together.

Let Sun Tzu give you the game console, it’s your turn to enjoy the feeling of youth! Although you may despise children for playing games, perhaps the elderly should also play games. Unexpectedly, video games that make children lose their ambition may improve the memory, regulate the mood and even prolong the life of the elderly. There are many benefits for the elderly to play video games. 1. Improve the memory and concentration of the elderly Cognitive function is often damaged or declined with aging. Video games can keep thinking active and help improve brain health. For example, play 3D racing games. The game requires players to pay attention to specific road signs during the game. Some studies have found Read More …