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Understanding Memory Loss: What To Do When You Have Trouble Remembering

  • Introduction
  • Differences between mild forgetfulness and more serious memory problems
  • Serious memory problems—causes and treatments
  • Help for serious memory problems
  • What you need to know
  • Where can I get more information?
  • Words to know

Understanding Memory Loss

What To Do When You Have Trouble Remembering

Image of older African-American couple sitting on sofaLearn the difference between mild forgetfulness and more serious memory problems in this 24-page booklet. Also discussed are various causes of memory problems and how to get help for serious memory loss.

Publication Date: May 2013
Page Last Updated: July 18, 2013

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