Bruce Darling

Severely Deficient Autobiographical Memory (SDAM) is a rare condition that alters how individuals recall personal life events. Unlike most people, those with SDAM struggle to relive past experiences with vivid detail. While their factual memory remains intact, their ability to visualize or emotionally reconnect with memories is impaired. Understanding this unique condition sheds light on how memory shapes identity and perception. Navigating Relationships with SDAM Living with SDAM presents unique challenges in forming and maintaining personal relationships. For instance, the inability to recall shared experiences can make it difficult to feel connected to loved ones. Despite this, individuals with SDAM often develop strategies to bridge the gap. Keeping detailed journals or relying on external cues such as photographs helps them stay emotionally linked to important moments. In social situations, these individuals may rely more heavily on logic and factual knowledge. While they may not...

Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body converts food into energy . With millions of Americans diagnosed every year, understanding the types, causes, symptoms, and management strategies for diabetes is essential for improving quality of life and preventing complications.   Types of Diabetes   Diabetes is categorized into three primary types: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Each type varies in its causes and the populations it affects.   Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system attacks insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. This form of diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults, though it can appear at any age. People with type 1 diabetes require lifelong insulin therapy.   Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of the condition, accounting for about 90-95% of cases. It develops when the body becomes resistant to insulin or when the pancreas cannot produce enou...