According to the influential English philosopher John Locke in his memory theory, a person’s identity critically hinges on what they remember, and therefore, if their memory starts to disappear, so does their identity. Memory loss can affect even the mundane things that you do every day, but it can also go beyond simply forgetting your
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Signs, Symptoms, and Complications of MS
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune condition that can affect the brain and spinal cord. The disease is progressive in nature and can cause a vast range of potentially debilitating symptoms. In MS, the immune system attacks the myelin sheath, which surrounds and protects the nerve fibers. This can damage and scar the sheath as
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Did you know that there are 150 types of headaches? Headaches occur for a number of different reasons. Factors such as stress, illness, injury, poor sleep, exercise, dehydration, exposure to chemicals, and certain medications, can all contribute to a severe headache. Sometimes, a headache may also have no clear cause, or it could be a
Read MoreWhat to Expect in an MRI Scan of the Head and Brain
An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is a safe and painless scan that is performed on part of your body to produce a collection of detailed images of the structures and tissues for your doctor’s evaluation. The key benefit of having scans such as an MRI is that your physician can assess a given area without
Read MoreTreatment Options for Blepharospasm
Do you experience uncontrolled eye blinking? While it may not be life-threatening, blepharospasm can certainly be a bothersome issue. Fortunately, this neurological condition is manageable with the insight and skill of an experienced neurologist. What Is Blepharospasm? Blepharospasm is a fairly rare neurological condition that affects about 20,000 Americans — the majority of which are
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