Memory
This may just be a gradual deterioration associated with ageing but can also be associated with stress, poor sleep, infection, certain medications, dementia and excessive consumption or withdrawal from drugs or alcohol.
If your memory issues are minor, you may find that keeping your brain active with puzzles & games or using visual prompts and lists as reminders can help. If memory problems are severe they can impair judgement, reasoning and insight which can then result in risk taking behaviour which may then lead to falls. The ability to recognise and interpret sight, sound and touch may also be affected which can lead to communication and movement difficulties. If you or your friends & family have noticed a change in your memory or behaviour, it is important that you discuss this with your GP or other health professional.
For further information follow the links below:
NHS information on memory loss