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Memory Issues?

Posted by slarson14 @slarson14, Jun 24, 2025

Am nearing 70. I have had a terrible memory all my life.
How do I know if I am even having memory issues?

In order for me to remember anything it has to be relevant. To memorize things I have always had to use relational, contextual, or visual memory to remember anything.

Anyone else ever considered this?

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sillyblone | @sillyblone | Jun 28, 2025

I don't like stereotypes of any kind. I think if a person has an issue treat them with respect. I may not be a teenager , but I am a person who has many things to offer anyone who I come in contact with. Today I sawed off limbs on three of my palm trees. Cleaned the yard up after it rained from things that fall from the trees..I have fixed 2 meals, cleaned up and straightened our house. I still have energy. I am not afraid of getting old. I just what to be connected to other's. My family, my friends and of course my spouse. I made Chilli and there is enough for tomorrow. I am always in love mode at home. That does not mean I don't have issues when my spouse says or does something ugly. I try to just go in the other room and turn on music and start to sing and dance. I return and my spouse may have forgotten what he said I just act like it did not happen. He remembers at times and apologizes. I have no control of Parkinsons, but I do with myself. I forget things sometimes but, I don't think it defines you. I just know sometimes I meet people and I think why are they not getting how to be polite and kind. Again, we have no control. Life is what you make it , Good and Bad! Thanks for all the comments. We all have things to offer, even if it is on this site.❣️

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clj9821 | @clj9821 | Jul 2, 2025
In reply to @slarson14 "Oh the world does treat one differently when they see age making its mark more legibly...." + (show)
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Oh the world does treat one differently when they see age making its mark more legibly.

Have also noticed the surprise on the face of doctors when they learn my age because, I, like you run to grab doors for others, help load heavy bags of birdseed into carts for women younger than I at Costco.

I too feel young at heart and have bounce, flexibility, agility and work at it to get and keep it.

Both my sisters are the same way. Can do attitude goes along way.

I hope you stay a young 71, and a young 72, young 73, .......100!!

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Like sisters :). I hope whatever life brings you that you stay upright and taking nourishment, and that each age is kind to you.

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ichbindck | @ichbindck | Jul 3, 2025
In reply to @slarson14 "When the "Wellness Exam" came out I saw it as a good way to bilk money..." + (show)
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When the "Wellness Exam" came out I saw it as a good way to bilk money out of Medicare.

Doctor offices were ringing my phone off the hook. I never did take them up on it because they get paid "X" amount of money for doing diddly squat.

A BP check and a bunch of questions for five minutes and out the door. I have had Medicare clients say they didn't even look at their eyes, ears, nose or throat or even lay a stethoscope on their chest or back.

What a waste of taxpayer money.

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I agree. I am 82 and my last wellness "exam" was done by a very nice lady who had a degree in Social Science.

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