Seizures can be hard to watch. Sometimes they come on so suddenly that they can be hard to predict as well. Although many seizures stop on their own and may not be cause for concern, it still helps to be able to catch them before […]

Narcolepsy is the term used for a neurological condition that takes the form of a sleep disorder characterized by excessive drowsiness during the daytime hours and the ability to fall asleep whenever the person is in a relaxed state. It is categorized into type 1 […]

Parkinson’s Disease is a degenerative neurological condition that affects the central nervous system. Those who develop Parkinson’s typically, with some exceptions, first see symptoms after age 50, and the symptoms can be debilitating and usually progress over a person’s lifespan after they’re diagnosed, as there […]

It is not easy to fully grasp all the emotions that cascade when you learn that a cherished loved one has just been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease symptoms. Then, add to those whirling emotions the realization that you cannot physically or mentally cope with the […]

The nervous system is a sophisticated, complex network. It organizes and connects us to our surroundings in many ways, from seeing to smelling to moving to talking. Our nervous systems play an important role in many activities in our bodies, including language, movement, swallowing, breathing, […]

Your nervous system is an important body system that regulates movement, responses, and other sensory information. It is comprised of a complex network of bundled cells, called neurons, that transmit electrical impulses from the brain to the rest of your body and back again. Your […]

What Is Muscular Dystrophy? Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of degenerative genetic disorders that lead to the breakdown of muscular tissue during the progression of the disease. Muscles weaken over time as tissues are replaced with fatty deposits. Eventually, an individual with muscular dystrophy […]

Did you know the impairment caused by sleep deprivation can be compared to alcohol intoxication? According to the CDC, going 24 consecutive hours without sleep can be equated to having a blood alcohol content of 0.10%. In California, the legal limit for driving is .08%. […]

No longer is a condition like dementia considered one of those “things people just have to live with.” To a certain extent, those suffering from the condition don’t have a lot of options and there is no cure for this degenerative condition. However, thanks to […]