Overview
We know that some memory loss is associated with getting older. We forget someone’s name, where we put the keys, the date. But if memory loss is becoming troublesome, and you notice that it’s happening more and more, you may have what’s known as mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
This fact sheet provides information about MCI, practical tips for coping with its effects, and suggestions for how family members or friends can help.
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Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
Like dementia, MCI is not an illness but a cluster of symptoms that describe changes in how one thinks or processes information. MCI falls somewhere between normal age-related memory loss and Alzheimer's disease or similar impairment. Memory problems are the most common indicators, but one might also experience judgment, thinking and language difficulties beyond that of normal aging.
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