Dear Raider, My husband has been experiencing memory loss and it seems to be getting worse. It is coming on pretty quickly too. I read somewhere that memory loss doesn’t always mean dementia. What are some other things that can be the culprit behind his memory loss? Thanks for your help! Nadi Mentya — Dear […]
Could Forgetfulness and Disorganization in Seniors Be ADHD, and Not Mild Cognitive Impairment?
Q. Lately, I’ve become quite forgetful and have been struggling with paying attention to things, impulsivity, and an inability to plan as well as I used to. When I think of cognitive impairment, I think of short-term memory loss, and that doesn’t exactly describe what is happening with me. Oddly, I feel more like my […]
Seven Million Americans Have Mild Cognitive Impairment and May Not Know It
Q. Last week, I read your article about “Tip-of-the Tongue” moments, where someone can forget a word occasionally. I was relieved when you said, for the most part, this is not a sign of dementia and can be associated with normal aging. What I am concerned about is mild cognitive impairment (MCI). I read that […]
Positive Thinking for Seniors Is More Powerful than You Think!
May is both Older Americans Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, making this an ideal time to focus on the mental health needs of seniors! We all experience sadness from time to time — and this is what many people focus on when it comes to mental health. Sadness can affect your daily activities, interfere […]