Forgetfulness and Dementia

At times we all forget little details like where we placed our keys or we forget to buy an item on our grocery list. This is normal. Regardless of age, when we are stressed or fatigued it is not uncommon to forget the details. As a result many of us develop techniques that we use to aid our memory including checklists, calendars, and "to do lists".As people age, the time it takes them to learn and retain new information may increase in length. However, with time and patience normal functioning older adults will be able to retain and recall information.Many seniors are fearful of memory loss. Research shows that there are steps one can take to promote a healthy brain. The Alzheimer's Association offers the following tips. See more at this link.