Insomniacs often complain of fatigue-related problems, including concentration problems, memory difficulties, and poor performance (reviewed in Costa e Silva et al, 1996; Walsh and Ustun, 1999).
Outpatient follow-up is required to assess for the development of Delayed Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (DNS), which can cause personality changes, memory difficulties and gait disturbance [11].
Adverse events (e.g. paresthesias, dizziness, fatigue, weight loss, memory difficulties and language disturbances) are common, but data from several controlled trials [31] indicate that TPM is generally safe for use in adult migraineurs.
My research testing people's cognitive performance during this period of complete darkness also demonstrates slowness in the mind, memory difficulties and inability to concentrate – not a good combination when operating life support systems in deep space or in temperatures of -80C (-112F).
Daytime napping was significantly associated with increased pain, depression, anxiety, fatigue, memory difficulties and sleep problems.
AN, and malnutrition in general, can be linked to neurological disorders such as psychomotor slowing, memory difficulties, and disorientation, that are generally reversible after renutrition [ 26].
The elderly are more likely to have sensory impairments, memory difficulties and lack of social backup that can all interfere with treatment and illness recovery.
Older patients can present differently compared to younger patients, and diagnosis can be complicated by communication barriers, changes in role functioning, memory difficulties, and comorbid medical conditions.
Recent case reports continue to demonstrate episodes of illness (with disabling neurological symptoms, memory difficulties and dizziness) in association with elevated levels of serum bromide [ 10, 15].
Long-term users may develop schizophrenia-type symptoms, have poor psychological well-being, memory difficulties, and are at risk of haemorrhagic cystitis with significant associated lower urinary tract symptoms.
