Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center

Understanding Memory Loss

What you need to know

Female health professional with older female patient

  • There are differences between normal forgetfulness and more serious memory problems.
  • It’s important to understand the causes of memory problems and how they can be treated.
  • You can get help for mild and serious memory problems.

See your doctor if you are worried about your memory. It’s important to find out what is causing your memory problems.

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Page Last Updated: October 20, 2011