Helping Women Feel Heard: Addressing Chemotherapy-Induced Brain Fog in Women through Brain Training By Marilyn Abrahamson, MA,CCC-SLP - CBHC and Doreen Bridgman, MS,CCC-SLP - CBHC
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Chemotherapy is a cornerstone of cancer treatment, offering hope and often life-saving benefits to millions of patients worldwide. However, while its efficacy in combating cancer is well-documented, the toll it takes on patients' cognitive function is an often overlooked aspect of the treatment journey. Among the many side effects experienced by chemotherapy recipients, “chemo-fog,” "chemo brain," or chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairment (CICI) is a prevalent and distressing issue, particularly for women. This phenomenon encompasses a range of cognitive impairments, including changes in memory, difficulty with focus, and slower processing speed. These symptoms can impact daily functioning, productivity, and quality of life overall. Despite its prevalence and impact, the experience of chemotherapy-induced brain fog in women is often dismissed or trivialized, leaving many feeling unheard and unsupported. One of the challenges in addressing chemotherapy-induced brai...