Forgetfulness is having a hard time remembering things like a fact, event, where you put something, or words that you were about to say.
What causes forgetfulness?
Two common causes for forgetfulness are a lack of sleep and increased stress. Forgetfulness can also be a side effect of taking certain medications, and it’s also a symptom of depression. Less commonly, forgetfulness is a sign of a thyroid problem.
Tips?
Forgetfulness is pretty normal, but when it’s a side effect of another condition, it might be treatable. If you’ve been experiencing a lot more forgetfulness lately, it could be a sign that you’re overly stressed, deficient in a certain vitamin, or taking a medication that may not be working for you as well as it could be. If the forgetfulness gets concerning, ask your provider for some input.
Sources
- “Forgetfulness: Knowing when to ask for help.” NIA. National Institute on Aging, NIH, HHS, Feb 2016. Web.
- “Forgetfulness — 7 types of normal memory problems.” Harvard. Healthbeat, Harvard University, 2017. Web.
