how to cure my memory problem?

Question

im 22 years old in my last year of uni. im actually a good student but have a severe memory problem. i have a diagnosed memory disability and my memory skills are like 1 percentile. in other words, out of 100 people, on average, i have the worst memory. This has really made me struggle with school classes where i have to memorize things. i see people memorizing things much quicker and it is just so annoying. if someone explains something to me and i dont understand like i completely forget what they are saying. even when taking notes. i remember i studied like 10x harder for this exam than this other dude who was in my class and i got like a 54 and he got an 80...
im a finance major so for the most part their isnt too much memorizing, more like comprehension, which is my definite strength.

i take omega 3, ginko, yada yada yada and nothing works. does n e one know of any thing to helps because its like almost worse than losing a limb imo. oh yeah, i have a.d.d.

Answer 1

A previous answer follows; try krill oil (preferably Neptune brand): Ensure adequate sleep, and exercise moderately. Take 4 Omega 3 fish oil supplements*, daily: (certified free of mercury) it is best if consumed with an antioxidant, such as an orange, or its FRESHLY SQUEEZED juice. If vitamin E is added, it should be certified as being 100% from natural sources, or it may be synthetic: avoid it, as with the B vitamins, should you decide to take them. Vitamin and health food stores are good sources, because they specialise in this area, and have a high turnover, so their products are less likely to be old. View: http://www.sharpbrains.com/blog/2006/11/06/brain-coach-answers-how-can-i-improve-my-short-term-memory-is-there-an-daily-exercise-i-can-do-to-improve-it & www.neurobics.com/exercise.html & http://www.wikihow.com/Memorize Playing certain games, regularly, can improve memory. PUZZLES, ETC. www.brainbashers.com/index.php & http://www.everydayhealth.com/longevity/mental-fitness/brain-games.aspx & www.onlinebraingamesblog.com I am informed that the recent Nintendo games console has some for improving memory, so you may wish to ask your retailer about Dr Kawashima's Brain Training for Nintendo DS. Also see http://www.bestfreetraining.net/?p=252 and www.luminosity.com have a free 3 week trial. Practice a mindfulness meditation method, daily, such as http://altmedicine.about.com/cs/mindbody/a/Meditation.htm or http://www.wikihow.com/Meditate



Google: "nootropics" & "citicoline" http://www.raysahelian.com/citicoline.html 500mg citicoline, daily. "When choline and piracetam are taken together there is a synergistic effect that causes a greater improvement in memory than the sum of each when taken alone (Bartus, 1981)." These supplements are IQ and CNS stimulant with very few side effects. However, keep in mind that even natural supplements and herbs can interact with various medications. Before adding these to you daily regimen, check with a pharmacist to be sure there will be no interactions with anything you may already be taking. http://www.ceri.com/noot.htm Author: Ward Dean, MD. The supplements, DHEA & Phosphatidyl Serine are some worth trying. A study has shown ginkgo biloba to be ineffective. See http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-lifestyle-guide/supplement-guide-ginseng Most people are suggestible, to some degree, so you could either seek professional hypnotherapy, or more alternatives along such lines are at http://your-mental-health.8m.com/blank_6.html about memory improvement. ADD; page J. Enter "krill oil" & "memory" in the searchbar at * www.mercola.com **

Lecithin* (phosphatidyl choline). A phospholipid found mostly in high-fat foods. It is said to have the ability to improve memory and brain processes. Lecithin is necessary for normal brain development. Capsules are available, but many people prefer the soft lecithin granules. These are a nice addition to fruit juice smoothies, adding a thicker texture. Lecithin is oil-based, and it gets rancid easily. It should be refrigerated (from health food stores).

Answer 2

I have ADD and a diagnosed memory problem as well. When i was in college i had the same frustrations as you. I can be assured that my successful graduation was due to the partaking of prescription drugs for ADD. I wont tell you what brand i used because they effect everyone different.



It may be worth noting...About a year after graduation, i found out my memory problem was caused by more than just ADD. In many cases people with ADD have additional health problems. I also have heavy metal poisoning. I am not even suggesting that you do as well. All i am suggesting is that you see a good doctor. I never received any concrete answers or attention from any doctors until i tried the holistic approach to medicine. There is a whole world of medicine out there that most people don't even know about.



My best suggestion is to search for an accredited holistic practitioner near you.



Best Wishes

Answer 3

The human brain is complicated and studies of what really helps improve brain function isn't even fully known by doctors and science. Exercise is one of the things that are proven to improve brain function.



You could try some of the new "brain training" games that are coming out. Lumosity.com categorizes each game by what function of the brain it improves, like memory, cognitive function, etc. Matching games are a good example of a memory training game.



You could also go to a doctor, but they'd probably just overdose you on Aderol and make it impossible for you to function at all. But I wonder if you went to a therapist that specializes in rehabilitating people with mental disabilities, they would be able to work with you on your memory?

Answer 4

Hey hun! I just answered a question earlier today similar to yours. Like the first person stated, you need to exercise your brain. I'm sure you've heard of alzheimers disease, which occurs in elderly people. They tend to lose their memory and they forget a lot of past events that have happened in their lives. (I think that's one of the worst things that could happen to someone). Anyways, many people have been able to delay the onset of the disease by exercising their brains. They do things such as solving math/word problems, playing games like Sudoku, or even doing crossword puzzles. My grandmother is 91 years old (she's been doing daily crossword puzzles for many years) and she's one sharp granny! I think perhaps if you tried something like that you might find some relief to your memory problem! I think if it can help older people, it can help you out too! Doesn't hurt to try.

Answer 5

Use memory skills for example a had to memorize where the cerebellum was in the brain for a test. I remembered it by saying sarah got hit in the front of her head with a bell sarah bell cerebellum. The more unusual and funny the terms that you use the easier it is to remember, I told my friend about this and she was able to finish college which she was struggling with, it can really make a difference. .

Answer 6

Sounds like reefer madness to me! Pull your head out of your a** and why, for God's sake, would you write yourself a note regarding your memory?

Answer 7

Exercise your brain. It is a muscle too! Also every brain processes differently. Maybe yours is more aural than visual. Try audio aids in studying.