Shared from myparkinsonsteam.com.
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is more than a disorder of movement and motor function. Cognitive decline is also a component of PD for many people. Cognition is the umbrella term for thinking, knowing, remembering, problem-solving, and executive function. Memory is therefore a critical part of cognition, and memory problems are generally what people think of when they hear about cognitive decline. Research has shown that people with PD often experience memory problems. These memory problems can cause great distress for those with PD and their caregivers. Let’s take a closer look at the relationship between memory and PD.
How Does Memory Work?
Memory is the process of storing and remembering a wide variety of information. The hippocampus is believed to be the brain region responsible for memory processes. The hippocampal region is a small curved structure that lies deep within the brain’s temporal lobes (the parts of the brain on either side of the head, behind the ears). Over the years, research has shown that the hippocampus plays an important role in the three main stages of memory: formation, consolidation, and retrieval.
