{"id":550256,"date":"2023-12-02T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-02T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nspirement.com\/?p=550256"},"modified":"2023-12-02T06:26:45","modified_gmt":"2023-12-02T11:26:45","slug":"8-warning-signs-of-dementia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nspirement.com\/2023\/12\/02\/8-warning-signs-of-dementia.html","title":{"rendered":"8 Warning Signs of Dementia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
Taiwanese director Hou Hsiao-Hsien, hailed by The New York Times<\/em> as “Taiwan’s Greatest Filmmaker,” received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2020 Golden Horse Awards. Recently, his family confirmed that he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. This personal revelation brings to light a crucial global concern \u2014 dementia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The heart-wrenching Hollywood film Still Alice<\/em> portrays the decline of a brilliant female professor due to dementia, highlighting the importance of preventative measures. Medical experts suggest six highly effective methods to prevent dementia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Engaging in social activities like community events, charitable organizations, friend gatherings, volunteering, and playing games like chess or cards can stimulate brain function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Participate in courses, make time for regular reading, painting, gardening, or playing Mahjong. Planning travel can also expose you to new knowledge and experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Maintaining an exercise routine of two to three times a week with activities like walking, hiking, dancing, swimming, or Tai Chi is especially beneficial for older adults due to their gentle nature and lower intensity.<\/p>\n\n\nEffective strategies to prevent dementia <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Maintain social interaction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Cultivate interests<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Regular exercise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n