Slowing the Mental Decline: Seeking Help and Support

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The discussion centers around a user, Wolram, expressing concerns about a mental issue leading to a decline in cognitive function. Participants emphasize the importance of social interaction and mental stimulation to combat this decline. Suggestions include engaging in activities like reading, writing, and physical exercise, as well as seeking face-to-face social opportunities, such as inviting friends over or visiting local cafes. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of isolation and the need for professional help if symptoms worsen. Participants express support and encouragement, highlighting the value of community and the importance of maintaining mental activity through various hobbies and social engagements. Overall, the thread underscores the significance of connection and proactive mental health management.
  • #31
wolram said:
I am sure i did have some friends here may be uyou forgot, never mind i am sure i will be no problem to anyone soon:smile:

I need problems. I have plenty of problems already, but one can never have too many.
 
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  • #32
Woolie:

Everybody here has given great suggestions. I particularly like Moonbear's idea of going to a local diner and flirting with waitstaff... it works for our disabled son (they're even throwing him a birthday party next week)! Even if you're having some health difficulties, like people say, you still are very much on top of the game in many ways. And I hate doctors too, but like turbo says -- maybe there's a side effect or even a drug-drug interaction going wacko.

So yeah -- no extra stuff to add, but know that you have my support!
 
  • #33
If it's so serious as to impair your ability to go about daily life for a long period of time (ie. more than feeling blue or feeling stupid), please see a doctor - a good one - and make sure he has as complete a history of the problem as possible.
 
  • #34
misgfool said:
I need problems. I have plenty of problems already, but one can never have too many.

Please wait in line. You are neither first nor the only one who wants these problems.
 
  • #35
Borek said:
Please wait in line. You are neither first nor the only one who wants these problems.

I think that there should be a fair tender opened for these problems.
 
  • #36
poor Wolram :frown: I didn't see this post until today and I observe that you haven't posted much in this thread either. Hopefully you were convinced to go out and do an activity of sorts. I have a friend who is in his 90's and he still works everyday! It keeps him active and his mind sharp compared with people who are younger than him, so don't give up!
 
  • #37
We love you Woolie Ram! XOXO
 
  • #38
So it's known that wolram's age is greater than 50? I always imagined from his posts that he's 20.
 
  • #39
Does this have any relation to your post in Feb? Do you feel better or worse now than you did then?
 
  • #40
Wolram, I've lurked on this site a very long time and you've always been a stand out person! Spend lots of time outside, go and try the most beautiful things you can find and paint or photograph them. I always loved your photography. If nothing else get Skype and have some voice conversions with the people here, your a big part of the community after all. :)
 
  • #41
Tsu said:
We love you Woolie Ram! XOXO

Okay, there *has* to be a story behind Woolie's nickname. You going to tell us, Woolie, or are we going to have to start tickling Tsu until she gives it up? Or should we be calling you RAM from now on?
 
  • #42
It mostly has to do with his avatar. That's all I'll say. o:)
 
  • #43
Hi Woolie,

Not to worry my friend, as it turns out the brain is analogous to how other parts of our body get rusty. Just as certain muscles get weak when we don't use them as much; the neural function goes through a similar process. The good news is, when we exercise our brain by challenging it, we can regain mental acuity. :smile:

The best mental activities to challenge our brain are things we are not already familiar with. For example if you played the violin all your life and you now go and play the violin today, it is less a challenge to say, learning to paint landscapes.

The amazing thing about our brain, it is very plastic and can adapt to changes.
So next time you help someone on PF with a question, think of it as lifting weights. Your sharpening your neurons.
 
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  • #44
Math Is Hard said:
It mostly has to do with his avatar. That's all I'll say. o:)
I know where his user-name came from and it predated the avatar...by decades. MIH is pulling your leg.
 
  • #45
turbo-1 said:
I know where his user-name came from and it predated the avatar...by decades. MIH is pulling your leg.

One wonders if perhaps there's a Marlow in Woolie's ancient history...
 
  • #46
DaveC426913 said:
One wonders if perhaps there's a Marlow in Woolie's ancient history...

That's it! Woolie doesn't really exist. He was invented by Raymond Chandler.

So who's writing him now? :confused:
 
  • #47
Some Nibor perhaps?
 
  • #48
Borek said:
Some Nibor perhaps?
Possibly... :rolleyes:
They tend to sneak in when you least expect them.
 
  • #49
What the heck is a Nibor? Can you tell I'm too lazy to google at this late hour? :-p
 
  • #50
That's because you are thinking CW.
 
  • #51
Anyone heard from Wolram? He started this thread then dropped out. Hasn't responded to PM either.
 
  • #52
DaveC426913 said:
Anyone heard from Wolram? He started this thread then dropped out. Hasn't responded to PM either.

His last visit was 4/22/09 4:03 PM
 
  • #53
He is on line right now. Look!~
 
  • #54
Gordon Bennetts this thread still going, i feel choked at reading your replies and love you all lots, i never realized i had so many friends, thank you all soooo much.
 
  • #55
wolram said:
Gordon Bennetts this thread still going, i feel choked at reading your replies and love you all lots, i never realized i had so many friends, thank you all soooo much.

We are PF family :smile:
 
  • #56
Good to hear from you again, Woolie. Hang in there and get this situation sorted out. You can always come here for comic relief.
 
  • #57
turbo-1 said:
Good to hear from you again, Woolie. Hang in there and get this situation sorted out. You can always come here for comic relief.

Yes you guys kill me LOL
 
  • #58
Math Is Hard said:
It mostly has to do with his avatar. That's all I'll say. o:)

no pics of furry males, thanks.
 
  • #59
wolram said:
You are nice guys but i see you do not understand :smile: how can big brains understand no brains ,that would be like t rex knowing us, i just hope i can hold on to some modicum of intelligence

You could go to adult high school programs and refresh those basic math and physics skills (if you need to). It might even alleviate your social anxiety after you get used to being there.

The more you feed that thing, the more it will consume you.
 
  • #60
Raizy said:
You could go to adult high school programs and refresh those basic math and physics skills (if you need to). It might even alleviate your social anxiety after you get used to being there.
Yeeeesssss, that's what will increase your sociability - math and physics skills.

It works so well for the rest of us. :wink:
 

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