Hello all,
I attended a recent Teal Tea where there was a conversation about "Brain Fog" as it relates to our cancer treatment (during and post). I know quite a few of us have experienced it, sometimes not even realizing what it was. What I learned from the discussion was that some individuals use "cognitive rehabilitation" to help. You can request support through an Occupational Therapist. I didn't even know that was a thing so I found it very interesting.
If you have a "social worker" they should be able to get you connected to different support and practitioners that could assist. I personally have a "social worker/therapist" that was assigned to me from PMH in Toronto. I've been connected with her since the start of my journey. She has been most helpful in supporting referrals to things like the Sexual Health Clinic at PMH and nutritionists etc. I'm sure, if needed, she could make a referral for me to an Occupational Therapist. As well, you could speak to your GP who could I'm sure, make a referral.
You may also want to check, if applicable, your personal health care coverage to see what types of paramedical support you have. I know mine is limited to a $ amount each year however I've been fortunate that the therapist support I've been getting from PMH has been covered as part of my overall care at the cancer centre.
Please feel free to share other resources, ideas, suggestions you have related to brain fog. I didn't realize how widespread this was, so I'm sure the wisdom in this group will be able to provide more input on this topic.
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