Brain tumors can affect your ability to think, remember, reason, and concentrate. Follow these tips to improve your quality of life and reduce frustration.
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Become very organized.
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Lay out clothing ahead of time.
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Keep a calendar and record appointments and tasks.
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Make daily “to do” lists.
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Schedule household tasks throughout the week to prevent them from piling up.
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Make sure common household items, like the TV remote, keys, envelopes, and stamps, are easy to find.
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Write down clear driving directions.
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Organize shopping lists by aisle to cut down on wandering.
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Explain to your children what you cannot do at a level they can understand.
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Find someone to help with childcare if necessary.
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Maintain a regular sleep schedule.
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Pace yourself to prevent exhaustion.
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Start an exercise program, such as walking.
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Ask for help from a family member or friend.
