Memory Loss

Submitted by divine_sysop on July 28, 2010 - 06:01

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Amnesia refers to a condition in which one loses the ability to remember. It can be defined as a memory disorder. The causes of this disorder are functional and organic. Memory loss and the inability to visualize the future are the two main symptoms of amnesia. A person with a damaged hippocampus fails to envision the future. He often cannot remember the past and this typical condition is known as memory loss.

Sign Symptoms



  • Inability to remember past events.
  • Lack of confidence.
  • Unable to perform day-to-day activities smoothly.

Causes



  • Post-traumatic amnesia can occur due to a head injury (e.g. knock on the head or fall). It is often temporary. However, it might become a permanent problem if proper medical attention is not given. A person suffering from this disorder may find it hard to remember the faces of loved ones.
  • Dissociative amnesia is triggered by a psychological cause. In this form of amnesia the patient cannot recall information about traumatic or stressful events.
  • Anterograde amnesia usually occurs due to amnestics such as alcohol or benzodiazepines. One loses the ability to remember past events.
  • Lacunar amnesia refers to a condition in which a person fails to remember a particular event.
  • Gisli Gudjonsson invented the term Memory Distrust Syndrome. It refers to a condition in which a person fails to trust his or her own memory.
  • A blackout can often occur due to excessive alcohol consumption.
  • Korsakoff's syndrome can occur from malnutrition or by brain damage which may be caused due to a Vitamin B1 deficiency. The problem becomes acute if alcohol consumption is not avoided.
  • In some cases, injection of an amnesiac drug can also trigger drug-induced amnesia.

Yogic Management


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Ayurvedic Management



  • Brahmi is considered to be one of the most effective remedies for the treatment of amnesia. Grind 7 gm of Brahmi with water. Then mix almonds (7 kernels) and pepper (½ gm) with it. Filter the mixture and add sugar (25 gram). One is advised to take this mixture early in the morning.
  • Walnut and Tulsi can also help. A person suffering from amnesia can gain back memory power by adding these two herbs in his diet.

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Home Remidies



  • Rosemary is an effective home remedy for amnesia or memory loss. This herb should be taken regularly for best results.
  • A person suffering from amnesia is advised to take cow's milk. For best results, one can increase the consumption of milk.
  • Cumin seeds can also help in treating amnesia. Mix 2 spoons of honey with cumin seeds and take this regularly for a month.
  • Amnesia can be treated with black pepper. A person suffering from amnesia is advised to take five seeds of black pepper with honey (1 teaspoon). This should be taken twice daily.
  • Almonds are a very effective home remedy. One can also get good results by eating almond paste.
  • Regular consumption of apples and sage can also treat the condition.
  • Phosphorus-rich foods, including egg yolk, cow's milk, fruit juices, cereals, nuts and pulses should be added in the diet to get better result.

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Conclusion



Amnesia can be treated with certain medications. Some effective home remedies can also help. Pranayama or Yogasanas can be practiced by a person suffering from amnesia.