A detailed list of activities are listed below. Conditions directly related to the brain already touch many families and students in our community. It is estimated that one in four Americans will ultimately suffer from conditions involving the loss of nerve cells, such as Alzheimer's disease and virtually everyone will be affected indirectly through the impact of such conditions on a family member. Each day we hear of news about rage, violence, depression, learning disabilities, ADHD, substance abuse, chronic pain, traumatic head injuries, memory loss, emotional issues, grief, Parkinson's Disease or Alzheimer's Disease. It is all around us.
Society is affected by the billions of dollars spent yearly on brain health issues.
Our children's learning is impacted through the strain on their families, friends and lives. Currently, behavioral-based changes are the way to improve the public's brain health, but these changes are difficult to make. Behavioral changes like weight loss, smoking cessation and exercise are good examples. By educating children at an early age, before negative behaviors begin, health educators can make a positive impact on our society's future health. Dr. Schulz is a leading authority on Alzheimer's caregiver concerns.