Why Am I Forgetting? What Else Can Affect Your Memory

Why am I forgetting? You forget a familiar name. You walk into a room and forget why. You lose your train of thought in the middle of a conversation. And suddenly, your mind goes straight to dementia. Memory changes deserve attention. They can also have more than one possible explanation. Stress, poor sleep, depression, anxiety, medication effects, thyroid conditions, and low vitamin B12 can all affect memory and concentration. In this video, Dr. Mamata Majmundar explains what a thoughtful memory evaluation may consider and shares three things to notice in yourself or a family member: What has changed? When did it begin? Is it progressing or affecting daily activities? You do not need to diagnose what is happening on your own. A clear description of the pattern can help begin a more useful healthcare conversation. Subscribe for one clear, physician-led idea each week to help you ask better questions and make more confident decisions—for yourself and the people you support. Educational and informational only—not medical advice. For more information on how memory concerns are evaluated (National Institute of Aging/National Institute of Health): https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzhei... Memory loss and forgetfulness — and when to talk with a doctor (NIA / NIH): https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/memory... 📬 GO A LITTLE DEEPER My newsletter, Safer • Steadier • Stronger, shares one clear, physician-led idea each week to help you and the people you care for stay safer, steadier, and stronger at home. → Subscribe: https://caregivingishealthcare.beehii... Find Me Here 📬 Newsletter—Safer • Steadier • Stronger: https://caregivingishealthcare.beehii... 🌐 https://caregivingishealthcare.com 📷 Instagram: @drmamatamajmundar Facebook: @CaregivingIsHealthcare © 2026 Majmundar LLC · All Rights Reserved