The Cognitive FX Blog
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Emily Peterson, MS, CCC-SLP
Emily is a Speech Language Pathologist who specializes in neurocognitive therapy. She has an undergraduate degree in Biology (with a Neuroscience Emphasis) and a Mandarin Chinese minor from Brigham Young University-Idaho. She received her Master’s degree in Communication Disorders from Brigham Young University, where she managed the Speech Language Pathology department’s MRI/EEG lab and helped perform fMRI scans.
Memory loss is a common concern among individuals of all ages, ranging from mild forgetfulness to more serious cognitive decline due to conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. Fortunately, there are various simple and effective solutions that can help improve overall cognitive function and quality of life. In this article, we will explore the importance of attention exercises in memory improvement, along with a range of encoding strategies and compensatory strategies to support memory retention and healthy brain function in daily life.