Cognitive dysfunction
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Cognitive dysfunction (or brain fog) is defined as unusually poor mental function, associated with confusion, forgetfulness and difficulty concentrating.[1][2] A number of medical or psychiatric conditions and treatments can cause such symptoms, including Heavy metal poisoning (in particular mercury poisoning),[3] menopause[2] and sleep disorders (including disrupted sleep).[2] The term brain fog is not commonly used to describe people with dementia or other conditions that are known to cause confusion and memory problems,[citation needed] but it can be used as a synonym for sleep inertia or grogginess upon being awakened from deep sleep.
[edit] Treatments
Treatment generally involves correcting any underlying medical conditions. For example, if the patient is found to be suffering a form of thyroidism, the mental declining effects associated with thyroidism can be corrected with thyroid hormone replacement therapy.[citation needed] Additionally, occupational therapy may be helpful for some people. Neurofeedback can improve symptoms for some people.[4][5][6]
[edit] See also
- ADHD predominantly inattentive
- Depersonalization disorder
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Sluggish cognitive tempo
- Mild cognitive impairment
[edit] References
- ^ "Treating Cognitive Dysfunction ("Brain Fog") in CFS & Fibromyalgia". http://www.ei-resource.org/expert-columns/dr.-jacob-teitelbaums-column/treating-cognitive-dysfunction-(brain-fog)-in-cfs-&-fibromyalgia/.
- ^ a b c Saether, Linda (18 April 2008). "A journey of brain fogs and hot flashes". Altanta, Georgia: CNN. http://www.cnn.com/2008/HEALTH/conditions/04/18/hfh.menopause/index.html. Retrieved on 3 January 2009.
- ^ Frackelton JP, Christensen, RL (1998). "Mercury Poisoning and Its Potential Impact on Hormone Regulation and Aging: Preliminary Clinical Observations Using a New Therapeutic Approach". Journal of Advancement in Medicine 11 (1): 9-25. doi:.
- ^ Thatcher RW (January 2000). "EEG operant conditioning (biofeedback) and traumatic brain injury". Clin Electroencephalogr 31 (1): 38–44. PMID 10638351.
- ^ Thornton K (December 2000). "Improvement/rehabilitation of memory functioning with neurotherapy/QEEG biofeedback". J Head Trauma Rehabil 15 (6): 1285–96. PMID 11056409. http://meta.wkhealth.com/pt/pt-core/template-journal/lwwgateway/media/landingpage.htm?issn=0885-9701&volume=15&issue=6&spage=1285.
- ^ http://www.isnr.org/uploads/(1-1)4.pdf
