Becoming more forgetful and feeling slower in your thinking is normal in older age. But when these changes are more than you’d expect for your age it might be a sign of mild cognitive impairment.
So does that mean you’ll soon develop dementia?
Mild cognitive decline doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll develop dementia. But it’s a common fear.
You’ve forgotten a few appointments lately and you find yourself losing track of conversations. Close friends or family may have also noticed some changes in your memory or thinking.
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