Possible Causes for forgetful Substance Abuse Getting high may cause you to forget to take your HIV medicines or forget to make and keep doctor and clinic appointments. [aids.gov] They have had trauma and taking a drug permits them to forget these terrible feelings that they have had. When they take the psychoactive drugs ... they become addicted. [theglobeandmail.com] Or you may feel sleepy and forget things that just happened. Driving while high on pot is just as dangerous as drunk driving. [webmd.com] Overeating With a low self esteem and need for love and validation, she may turn to obsessive episodes of binging and eating as a way to forget the pain and the desire for affection. [timberlineknolls.com] Buy some, and don’t forget to stock your cart with these essential 50 Best-Ever Brand-Name Snacks for Weight Loss ! [eatthis.com] So forget the idea of having a lolly jar on your desk that you only raid in emergencies, or a packet of biscuits in the cupboard that you only open if guests visit. [bodyandsoul.com.au] Dementia They often know about their forgetfulness. Not everyone with MCI develops dementia. [nlm.nih.gov] Others believe that any evidence of forgetfulness is evidence of dementia. Neither of these conclusions is accurate. [medicinenet.com] Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is the stage between normal forgetfulness due to aging and the development of dementia. [nlm.nih.gov] Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Short-term memory loss can lead to other frustrating problems in daily life, such as losing items, missing appointments, forgetting names of people you know, etc. [bcwomens.ca] Symptoms may include: Sensitivity to light Headache Tender lymph nodes Fatigue and weakness Muscle and joint pain Inability to concentrate Insomnia Forgetfulness Mood swings [massgeneral.org] “You'd have people constantly saying to patients, ‘I sometimes forget where my keys are, I think I've got Chronic Forgetfulness Syndrome too.’” [theatlantic.com] Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Inattentiveness The main signs of inattentiveness are: having a short attention span and being easily distracted making careless mistakes – for example, in schoolwork appearing forgetful [nhs.uk] Others are highly distractible, forgetful, or inattentive. Some appear distracted by every little thing and don't seem to learn from their mistakes. [citeseerx.ist.psu.edu] […] their own and his advisor's Vanderbilt's, which each endorse 7 of 9 inattentive symptoms including trouble organizing, poor attention to detail, and easily distracted and forgetful [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Sunburn Photoroyalty/Shutterstock The INSIDER Summary: People tend to forget to reapply sunscreen every two hours, and they may end up getting sunburn. [businessinsider.com] Don’t forget about your lips. Protect your lips with a broad spectrum lip protectant of at least a SPF 15 or more. [psico.com] But sometimes even the most religious of sunscreen re-appliers forget to lather on the good stuff every two hours (the frequency recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology [businessinsider.com] Loss, Grief and Bereavement We often start to appreciate life differently and w begin to live again - but we don’t forget. We don’t need to forget. [lizzywicks.com] […] reconsidering aspects of our spiritual journey, struggles in what you believe in • Occupational – You may want to plow through but at the same time, you tire more quickly or forget [washingtontimes.com] In terms of the parents, very often, those who are grieving will forget to take care of themselves. [cancercare.org] Traveler's Diarrhea Prevention: Travelers are advised to ”boil it, cook it, peel it, or forget it.” [endomune.com] Boil it, peel it, cook it, or forget it. Handwashing prevents transmission of diarrhea causing bacteria or parasites to your food or mouth. [travelclinicmd.com] We’ll tell you why you can forget about the water, and why you should worry about the ice! [youtube.com] Third Trimester Pregnancy Clumsiness : Your hormones are on overdrive, your belly is throwing you off balance and you’re more forgetful than ever. [whattoexpect.com] low amniotic fluid, pinched umbilical cord, cervical check, cervical sweep) SUBSCRIBE to the Today's Parent channel: Like us at Tweet us at Share the love at And don't forget [youtube.com] Don’t forget to share your experiences on third trimester sleeping problems with us. [momjunction.com] Paraphimosis […] phimosis, both physiologic and pathologic, are at risk for developing paraphimosis when the foreskin is forcibly retracted past the glans and/or the patient or caretaker forgets [emedicine.medscape.com] Risk factors for paraphimosis include scarring, vigorous sexual activity, chronic balanoposthitis, and forgetting to replace the foreskin after catheterization or manipulation [aliem.com] Alcohol Dementia Does he forget things that happened yesterday but remember everything that happened 20 years ago? [luxury.rehabs.com] There is a difference between occasional forgetfulness and forgetfulness that is cause for serious concern. [healthline.com] Forgets how to do simple tasks, can’t make simple decisions or trouble shoot. Gets lost in familiar places. [luxury.rehabs.com] Vitamin B12 Deficiency Forgetfulness and Confusion One of the more frightening symptoms of B12 deficiency is severe forgetfulness and confusion. [healthyway.com] You're confused or forgetful. Because these can also be symptoms of other conditions, see your doctor for a diagnosis. [webmd.com] It’s normal to experience what’s called brain fog every now and then, like forgetting where you parked your car or why you came to the grocery store in the first place. [healthyway.com] Vascular Dementia Other symptoms include forgetfulness (but not as severe as the forgetfulness of Alzheimer's disease ), changes in speech, unsteady gait, clumsiness or frequent falls, changes [my.clevelandclinic.org] How do you explain this to someone who thinks everything is okay and thinks we are the ones who forget to tell him things? [everydayhealth.com] The problem we are having is that he does not believe that he forgets things; he thinks we just don't tell him what is going on. [everydayhealth.com] Dissociative Disorder This means one part of the mind basically forgets or ignores another part. [study.com] This is not caused by physical illness or injury, such as a concussion, and cannot be explained by forgetfulness. [sunrisehouse.com] […] which recurrently take control of the person's behavior; this is accompanied by a retrospective gap in memory of important personal information that far exceeds ordinary forgetfulness [icd9data.com] Binswanger Disease Other symptoms include forgetfulness (but not as severe as the forgetfulness of Alzheimer's disease), changes in speech, an unsteady gait, clumsiness or frequent falls, changes [ninds.nih.gov] Other symptoms include: forgetfulness (but not as severe as the forgetfulness of Alzheimer's disease), changes in speech, an unsteady gait, clumsiness or frequent falls, changes [braindiseases.blogspot.com] Other symptoms include: forgetfulness (but not as severe as the forgetfulness of Alzheimer's disease ), changes in speech, an unsteady gait, clumsiness or frequent falls, [rxlist.com] Alzheimer Disease Forgets to pay, pays too much, or forgets how to pay - may hand the checkout person a wallet instead of the correct amount of money. [web.archive.org] They are often aware of the forgetfulness. Not everyone with MCI develops Alzheimer disease. [nlm.nih.gov] Forgets to eat, eats only one kind of food, or eats constantly. [web.archive.org] Ondine Syndrome In CCHS, the body "forgets" to breathe, especially during sleep. [neonatalicu.blogspot.com] Can anxiety make you forget to breathe? [halffullnotempty.com] But a person cannot forget to breathe. [abcnews.go.com] Premenstrual Syndrome Did you forget your password? Still can't log in? [doi.org] Some girls and women have significant PMS symptoms, but are able to forget about them after a pain reliever. [childrenshospital.org] Attention Deficit Disorder Inattentiveness The main signs of inattentiveness are: having a short attention span and being easily distracted making careless mistakes – for example, in schoolwork appearing forgetful [nhs.uk] Others are highly distractible, forgetful, or inattentive. Some appear distracted by every little thing and don't seem to learn from their mistakes. [citeseerx.ist.psu.edu] People with this form of ADHD often lose focus, are forgetful, and seem to have trouble listening. [additudemag.com] Dissociative Amnesia Clearly, forgetting seems to be a natural part of life. Why do we forget? And is forgetting always a bad thing? Forgetting can often be obnoxious or even embarrassing. [nobaproject.com] Yet it also contains health professionals who argue that individuals cannot forget traumatic events. [doi.org] Hudson (2007) hypothesized that if individuals could forget trauma, the phenomenon would appear in world literature prior to 1800. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Acute Superior Mesenteric Artery Insufficiency Forgetfulness Kids with ADHD may be forgetful in daily activities. They may forget to do chores or their homework. They may also lose things often, such as toys. 14. [healthline.com] Disorganization and forgetfulness When you have adult ADHD, life often seems chaotic and out of control. [helpguide.org] A child with ADHD: Is easily distracted Doesn't follow directions or finish tasks Doesn't appear to be listening Doesn't pay attention and makes careless mistakes Forgets [webmd.com] Transient Global Amnesia Gill, A Diagnosis Not to Forget, Stroke Medicine, 10.1007/978-1-4471-6705-1_30, (191-194), (2015). [dx.doi.org] Snoek, What doctors should not forget about transient global amnesia, European Journal of General Practice, 16, 3, (182), (2010). R. [dx.doi.org] Escape Beat “Seeing Is Forgetting”: 8:36 in the morning. [bellaunion.com] Building on their experience DJ-ing together in a Montreal bar, the duo gained momentum when Bella Union’s Simon Raymonde heard “Seeing Is Forgetting”. [thebeatescape.bandcamp.com] Premiered yesterday on HUH Magazine, their debut single “Seeing Is Forgetting”, will be released on 12″ vinyl via Bella Union on October 21st. [bellaunion.com] Dissociative Identity Disorder […] which recurrently take control of the person's behavior; this is accompanied by a retrospective gap in memory of important personal information that far exceeds ordinary forgetfulness [icd9data.com] The person also experiences severe memory loss that cannot be explained by ordinary forgetfulness. [psychcentral.com] Inability to recall important personal information that is too extensive to be explained by ordinary forgetfulness. [elementsbehavioralhealth.com] Brain Concussion […] slowly Loses consciousness (even temporarily) Shows behavior or personality change Forgets events prior to hit (retrograde amnesia) Forgets events after hit (anterograde [neurosurgery.pitt.edu] according to The American Medical Association (AMA), include the following: Player appears dazed Player has vacant facial expression Confusion about assignment Athlete forgets [medicinenet.com] […] had an official diagnosis of a concussion in my career,” Chastain told USA Today, “but as you grow older, you sometimes say, gosh, am I losing my memory or did I used to forget [thinkprogress.org] Whipple Disease Abstract: Whipples disease (WD) is a rare chronic infectious disorder caused by the rod- shaped bacterium Tropheryma whipplei. The disorder is characterized clinically by arthralgia, abdominal pain, diarrhea, malabsorbtion and progressive weight loss. Other important sites of infection include the heart (resulting in[…] [doi.org] Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus No neurological symptoms and signs except mild forgetfulness were detected during physical examination following admission. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] This often involves confusion, short-term memory loss/forgetfulness, trouble paying attention, changes in mood, and a lack of interest in daily activities. [my.clevelandclinic.org] It typically affects adults in their 60s and 70s, who may forget a friend’s name or no longer enjoy a walk around the block. [medtronic.com] Classic Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Syndrome PSP cognitive symptoms: Memory -Mildly impair, complain of forgetfulness -Retrieval is more impair than recognition What is the physiological brain hallmark of PSP? [quizlet.com] Other common symptoms of PSP include: Forgetfulness Change in personality Loss of interest in usual socializing with family and friends What Are Some of the Later Symptoms [webmd.com] […] slowness of movement (bradykinesia) Jaw or face jerks or spasms Loss of coordination, unsteady gait (walking pattern) Mild-to-moderate dementia Difficulty using knowledge Forgetfulness [primumn0nn0cere.wordpress.com] Hepatic Encephalopathy In its mild form you constantly forget small things: where you put your car keys, your glasses (which can still be on your head!) etc. [pscsupport.org.uk] Early symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy confusion forgetfulness personality or mood changes stale or sweet odour on the breath poor judgement poor concentration change in [britishlivertrust.org.uk] Forgetfulness, irritability, anxiety, and confusion are often the first signs, most of which easily missed even in persons with known liver disease. [verywell.com] Inadequate Diet If you have persistent low mood or forgetfulness, it’s important to get checked out by your doctor. 7. Lack of Appetite With age, appetite often diminishes. [webmd.com]
