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Podcast 11: Memory after stroke
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In this podcast we will talk about what you can do if you're facing memory problems after stroke. Our guests are:
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Toni Withiel and David Lawson, Monash University neuropsychology doctoral students and stroke survivors.
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Dr Rene Stolwyk, clinical neuropsychologist from Monash University.
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Jan Corcoran, stroke survivor from Far North Queensland.
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Alana Stewart, speech pathologist from StrokeLine.
If you’d like to take part in Monash University’s one-on-one or online memory program, contact David Lawson david.lawson@monash.edu.
If you’re in Melbourne and interested in the Monash Memory Skills Group, you can contact Dana Wong at the Monash Psychology Centre in Notting Hill, email dana.wong@monash.edu or phone 03 9902 4188.
You can also find out more about Rene Stolwyk’s research on cognitive and mood rehabilitation after stroke by emailing psych.strokeresearch@monash.edu
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Fatigue, personality changes and memory loss by Nicole
My name is Nicole, I am 43 years of age and this is my story.
One the day of my stroke I woke up at 1.30 pm. For me, this was unusual. I could have quite easily gone right back to sleep. I had no pain, but I was confused.
The reason I knew something was wrong was when I tried to text a girlfriend. My brain couldn't remember how to spell things, even though I could read fine. My kids were with their dad, I was home alone; I was scared.
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Stride4stroke a motivator for rehab!
Duncan suffered a stroke in July 2016. It came without warning and although he was aware of the signs of stroke, he was unaware of what was happening to him at the time.
As part of his rehab Duncan joined Stride4stroke to help motivate him. He says "We live close to the beach so getting up and going for my daily walk knowing that it's doing some good for others as well will be a great motivator. It will also be an excellent forum to provide updates on my progress to those supporting me in my rehabilitation."
Stride4stroke is on again in November and no matter if you are in rehab, using walking aides to take a few steps or you're running a marathon everyone can get involved. Click here to join or call Lisa and Lynne on 1300 194 196.
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The basics of memory compensation
Relying solely on memory to get through the day is tricky. It’s a bit like willpower – it can let you down. Incorporating memory compensation techniques into daily life relieves the effort of constantly trying to remember. It also reduces stress as it helps ensure fewer things go wrong because something’s been forgotten.
Memory compensation comes down to two things – the power of routine and the helpfulness of tools.
For more.
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Move the Hips, and Your Brain will Follow by David Roland
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David Roland was a busy, highly qualified clinical psychologist, after a stroke in 2009 he spent three years searching out different ways to restore his brain and body.
After some exploration, he found the most useful tools for him were swimming, music and mindfulness meditation, as well as psychotherapy and computer-based brain training. He documented his recovery in a book How I Rescued My Brain, released in 2014.
These days, he’s found yet another way of activating his brain: dance.
He says “It feels like another healing activity,” For more.
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Remember if you need help, or have tips to help us improve EnableMe, we would love to hear from you at enableme@strokefoundation.org.au
We look forward to assisting you in your recovery and helping you to live your life well after stroke.
Many thanks,
Diana Kerr | Online Community Coordinator
National Stroke Foundation | Level 7, 461 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
T +61 3 9670 1000 |StrokeLine: 1800 787 653
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