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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Somewhere near here
Posts: 11,421
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Legendary
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Somewhere near here
Posts: 11,421
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Zane,
Sorry for your loss. Your dedication to your friend is admirable.
Yes,
Symptoms like you are experiencing are not uncommon. Your brain endured quite a load of stress while you cared for your friend. This stress, coupled with minor depression from the grieving process, creates a toxic effect on the brain. The cognitive deficits are a result of this overload.
I would suggest finding a neuro-psychiatrist for an evaluation. I would also get onto a high nutrition diet with supplements, especially those formulated for stress.
The PCS/Multiple Impact Syndrome brain is already in a state of compromise and this extra stress just pushes it past its ability to cope.
I experienced a similar situation back in 1982 after being ripped off for more than half a million dollars. My PCS/Multiple Impact Syndrome (13 concussions) combined with the stress to leave me like a zombie. I could not function. I have old photos that show me looking gaunt and pale. A ortho-molecular psychiatrist helped me recover in just eight weeks. He gave me B-12 shots and got me on a good diet with nutrition supplements.
btw, Our wonderful courts helped me eventually recover about $60,000. Never trust judges, attorneys, loan officers or real estate agents.
But I digress.
Seek out every opportunity to reduce stress in your life. I wish I could help you find a good physician. They are like hens teeth to find. Be persistent. Ask questions. Maybe a grief counselor could give you a referral to someone who can help.
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Mark in Idaho
"Be still and know that I am God" Psalm 46:10
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