Please provide some do's and don'ts on living with memory loss.

Ignore: Keep active, both mentally and physical, by participating in support groups. Tap into crowd power.

Ignore: Do break activities down into small steps. Don't make things complicated . Keep it simple

Ignore: When possible, write/ draw your routine. Use your talents without fear—they're for you, after all!

Ignore: Make lists, use a medication box, increase mental activity (crossword puzzles, books, chess).

Ignore: Following a strict daily routine can be helpful. Keep and refer often to written notes.

Use: Use a notebook calendar and review it frequently. Don't be afraid of writing notes to yourself!

Ignore: Don't get frustrated and exercise your brain to preserve as much cognitive function as possible.

Exercise: Exercise your brain by modifying your habits. Wear your watch upside down & on the other wrist.

Ignore: Belief in practicing "Use it or it; use more or keep more." in daily living slows memory loss.

Ignore: A good nights sleep can help memory. In fact any sleep is better than none for remembering facts.

Ignore: Leave prompts -signs by the door; don't change familiar environment if possible, keep info simple.

Ignore: Don't dwell on the memory loss, labeling and messages help cope with the decline.

Carry: Carry a to do list in your pocket. This will help you remember what you have to get done.

Ignore: Challenge your brain with puzzles, reading, and music!

Do: Do keep a journal of what you did each day.

Always: Always keep you car half full of gas, so you don't run out by mistake!

Do: Do make a grocery list so you don't forget to remember what to buy.

Always: Always get a good night's rest and don't stay up late!

Make: Make sure to eat a lower carb diet to improve your brain's function.

Eat: Eat good fats to support your brain, and memory, and also to improve your overall health.

Ignore: Don't accept decline--ask your doctor what you can do to slow or even reverse the process.

Ignore: Don't worry or be ashamed about memory loss. Do get yourself evaluated medically/neuropsychologicaly.

Ignore: DO write things down, record messages on cell phone, tell your friends, share frustr and accept it.

Ignore: Don't focus on "forgetting, focus on how to remember.".

Using: Using stretching and relaxation exercises to manage stress can boost your memory.