I truly believe chronic depression does exacerbate memory-related brain disorders as one ages. Perhaps not Alzheimer's specifically, but enough alarming changes in one's short term memory as to alter one's lifestyle.
I have noticed huge gaps in my memory ever since I suffered my first bout of major depression 20 years ago with the birth of my daughter. Although I did receive the correct help, therapy and medication I stupidly did not follow through over the years as I should have, and consequently had two pretty bad breakdowns, both of which I had to be hospitalized.
Yes, because I have not kept on top of staying as mentally healthy as I should I am seeing changes in my thinking patterns and it chills me. My belief is there is a definite correlation here. It is vitally important to take care of oneself when dealing with stress, anxiety and depression as it has taken a toll on my thought processes.
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Does Depression Increase Alzheimer's Risk?
I have noticed huge gaps in my memory ever since I suffered my first bout of major depression 20 years ago with the birth of my daughter. Although I did receive the correct help, therapy and medication I stupidly did not follow through over the years as I should have, and consequently had two pretty bad breakdowns, both of which I had to be hospitalized.
Yes, because I have not kept on top of staying as mentally healthy as I should I am seeing changes in my thinking patterns and it chills me. My belief is there is a definite correlation here. It is vitally important to take care of oneself when dealing with stress, anxiety and depression as it has taken a toll on my thought processes.