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Aug 31
3 min

Sundowning....What is it?

Sundowning is a condition typically seen in dementia patients. It generally occurs in the late afternoon and early evening.

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NJ Memory Center Policies for Testing during COVID-19

Dr. Burchette

Jul 19
2 min

NJ Memory Center Policies for Testing during COVID-19

NJ Memory Center Policies for Testing during COVID-19. Appointments for neuropsychological testing are required.

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Age-Related Cognitive Decline....What's Normal, What's Not?

Dr. Burchette

Jul 16
5 min

Age-Related Cognitive Decline....What's Normal, What's Not?

As we age, our brain shrinks, therefore areas that control thinking, speaking, processing information, problem solving, $ memory can decline

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June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

Dr. Burchette

Jun 15
3 min

June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. If you're concerned about Alzheimer's, neuropsychological testing can help with diagnosis.

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Cognitive Problems in Lewy Body Dementia

Dr. Burchette

May 26
3 min

Cognitive Problems in Lewy Body Dementia

Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is a progressive brain disorder. It shares symptoms, and sometimes overlaps, with Parkinson's and Alzheimers

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8 Tips For Supporting People With Dementia During COVID-19

Dr. Burchette

Apr 15
4 min

8 Tips For Supporting People With Dementia During COVID-19

8 tips about COVID-19 risk factors for the elderly and helping navigate this situation for Alzheimer's dementia or other forms of dementia.

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Dr. Burchette

Mar 11
4 min

What is Vascular Dementia?

Vascular dementia is one form of dementia that impacts subcortical structures in your brain. It is the second most common form of dementia.

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Dr. Burchette

Feb 13
3 min

Does Hearing Loss Impact Memory? Yes

Loss of hearing represents more than just difficulty hearing sounds. It can lead to social isolation, depression, and memory difficulties.

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Dr. Burchette

Feb 3
5 min

Making Memories Within The Brain

When it comes to memory it's important to know that there's more than one form. Not all memory loss is the same. Call our office for an appt

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Is there a difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?

Dr. Burchette

Jan 26
3 min

Is there a difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?

What is the difference between Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia? What are the early warning signs? Proudly serving New Jersey. Call Today.

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Dr. Burchette

Jan 18
3 min

Frontotemporal Dementia...What Is It?

Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) what is it? Is it the same as Alzheimer's? Can anything be done to slow down FTD? Research says maybe.

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Living in Poorer Communities May Raise Risk of Developing Dementia

Dr. Burchette

Jan 9
2 min

Living in Poorer Communities May Raise Risk of Developing Dementia

Living in poorer communities may raise the risk of developing dementia.

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Simple tweaks in your diet that could cut your Alzheimer's risk

Dr. Burchette

Jan 2
2 min

Simple tweaks in your diet that could cut your Alzheimer's risk

Researchers found that the MIND diet is heart-healthy and good for your brain.

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The Holidays With A Loved One That Has Memory Loss

Dr. Burchette

Dec 24, 2019
3 min

The Holidays With A Loved One That Has Memory Loss

The holidays can be a tough time to get through when you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia.

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Should I Participate In A Clinical Trial for Memory Loss? Yes

Dr. Burchette

Dec 10, 2019
3 min

Should I Participate In A Clinical Trial for Memory Loss? Yes

Clinical trials provide a controlled and monitored environment where volunteer research participants can safely take experimental medication

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If I Don't Have Alzheimer's What Else Could Be The Problem? Here are a few.....

Dr. Burchette

Dec 1, 2019
3 min

If I Don't Have Alzheimer's What Else Could Be The Problem? Here are a few.....

If I don't have Alzheimer's, what else could it be? There are several issues that can cause people to have cognitive impairment.

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Sleep + Fatigue = Cognitive and Memory Difficulties

Dr. Burchette

Nov 1, 2019
2 min

Sleep + Fatigue = Cognitive and Memory Difficulties

Ongoing lack of sleep or poor-quality sleep increases your risk of health problems such as cardiovascular disease and cognitive problems.

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Can There Be Cognitive Impairments in Parkinson's disease (PD)? Yes

Dr. Burchette

Oct 17, 2019
3 min

Can There Be Cognitive Impairments in Parkinson's disease (PD)? Yes

Cognitive changes in patients with Parkinson's disease can range from mild cognitive impairment (PD-MCI) to Parkinson's dementia (PDD).

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Dr. Burchette

Oct 3, 2019
3 min

What is Mild Cognitive Impairment?

What is Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)? It's not normal aging but it's also not quite dementia.

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How Does Fall/Autumn Impact Older Adults? Here Are A Few Ways...

Dr. Burchette

Sep 23, 2019
4 min

How Does Fall/Autumn Impact Older Adults? Here Are A Few Ways...

Autumn brings falling leaves and falling temperatures. There are several things that older adults should be aware of once Fall has arrived.

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DR. COREY BURCHETTE NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST

NJ MEMORY CENTER

Sundowning....What is it?

NJ Memory Center Policies for Testing during COVID-19

Age-Related Cognitive Decline....What's Normal, What's Not?

June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

Cognitive Problems in Lewy Body Dementia

8 Tips For Supporting People With Dementia During COVID-19

What is Vascular Dementia?

Does Hearing Loss Impact Memory? Yes

Making Memories Within The Brain

Is there a difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?

Frontotemporal Dementia...What Is It?

Living in Poorer Communities May Raise Risk of Developing Dementia

Simple tweaks in your diet that could cut your Alzheimer's risk

The Holidays With A Loved One That Has Memory Loss

Should I Participate In A Clinical Trial for Memory Loss? Yes

If I Don't Have Alzheimer's What Else Could Be The Problem? Here are a few.....

Sleep + Fatigue = Cognitive and Memory Difficulties

Can There Be Cognitive Impairments in Parkinson's disease (PD)? Yes

What is Mild Cognitive Impairment?

How Does Fall/Autumn Impact Older Adults? Here Are A Few Ways...