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    forgetfulness
    /fəˈɡɛtf(ʊ)lnəs/

    noun

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  2. Forgetfulness is the quality of often forgetting things. Learn how to use this word in different contexts and see translations in other languages.

  3. Forgetful is an adjective that means likely to forget, neglectful, or inducing oblivion. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related phrases of forgetful.

    • Symptoms of Forgetfulness
    • Causes of Forgetfulness
    • How to Treat Forgetfulness
    • Risk Factors For Forgetfulness
    • Are There Tests to Diagnose The Cause of Forgetfulness?
    • When to See A Healthcare Provider
    • Summary
    • A Word from Verywell

    Problems with memory, thinking, or attention can appear as forgetfulness. Signs that you may have a diagnosable problem include: 1. Trouble remembering details like dates or names 2. Being disoriented (not knowing where you are) 3. Feeling like your brain is “foggy” 4. Getting easily confused 5. Processing new information slowly 6. Difficulty under...

    Forgetfulness has several potential causes, including: 1. Aging 2. Lifestyle factors 3. Medical conditions 4. Medications

    The right treatment for your forgetfulness depends on what’s causing it. Talk to your healthcare provider about the right approach for you. This may involve: 1. Improving your diet and overall fitness 2. Lowering or better managing stress 3. Improving sleep hygiene and/or prescribing sleep aids 4. Treating previously undiagnosed conditions 5. More ...

    Risk factors for forgetfulness and memory problems include: 1. Family history of these problems 2. Lower education level 3. Aging 4. History of head injury 5. Use of alcohol or recreational drugs 6. Untreated chronic medical conditions 7. Vision or hearing impairment 8. High levels of psychological stress If you have some risk factors, you may want...

    Your healthcare provider has several tools for diagnosing the cause of your forgetfulness. These include: 1. Your symptoms 2. Your personal and family history 3. A physical exam 4. Blood tests for various conditions 5. Neurological evaluation(assess speech, senses, spatial skills, and reflexes) 6. Cognitive evaluation (tests memory, attention, and ...

    You should see a healthcare provider for forgetfulness if it interferes with daily tasks and routines. In older people, if it doesn’t interfere, it’s considered normal aging. Reach out to your healthcare provider for an appointment if: 1. You’re too young for age-related forgetfulness but notice it’s becoming a problem. 2. You have other symptoms t...

    Forgetfulness is a normal part of aging. However, it can also be caused by lifestyle factors, medical conditions (not just Alzheimer’s), and certain medications. Treatment for memory problems depends on what is causing them. It may include medications or lifestyle changes. Your healthcare provider may use an array of tests to pinpoint the cause of ...

    Forgetfulness can be frustrating, embarrassing, and frightening. However, mild forgetfulness is a normal part of aging. If you’re concerned, see your healthcare provider and ask about testing.

    • Adrienne Dellwo
  4. Forgetfulness is the tendency or failure to remember something, often due to age, distraction, or neglect. Find out the different meanings, antonyms, and translations of forgetfulness in various languages and contexts.

  5. Forgetful means often or likely to forget things. Learn how to use this adjective in different contexts and see synonyms, antonyms, and related words.

  6. Definition of forgetfulness noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  7. Forgetfulness is a state of being disregardful or unconscious of one's surroundings, concerns, or obligations. Find synonyms, antonyms, and related words for forgetfulness in this online thesaurus.