Is this dementia? (A doctor explains)

Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you're there? Or completely blanked on where you put your car keys? We all have these moments. In my own career, I've probably lost about five stethoscopes just from being absent-minded. It's easy to laugh it off, but sometimes there's a nagging fear: 'Is this just me... or is this the start of dementia?' I'm Dr. Lim. And today, we're going to explore the real differences between normal forgetfulness and dementia. 0:00 - Introduction 0:45 - What is Dementia? 1:03 - How to Tell the Difference between Dementia and Normal Forgetfulness? 1:13 - Sign 1: How Often do You Forget? (Frequency) 1:44 - Sign 2: Does Forgetfulness affect Daily Life? (Function) 2:26 - Sign 3: Personality Changes & Mood (Form) 3:08 - Conclusion — 📍 Dr. Lim Wan Chieh (林万杰) Consultant Geriatrician Sunway Medical Centre Ipoh 📅 Book an appointment or learn more: https://www.drlimwanchieh.com 📞 Clinic Contact: If you are in the Ipoh/Perak area, you can book a consultation at Sunway Medical Centre Ipoh by calling: +605 871 1418 Alternatively, you can message us through WhatsApp at +60 11-1520 1801 — About My Channel: Hi, I'm Dr. Lim Wan Chieh, a Geriatrician (Specialist for Older Adults) practicing in Ipoh, Malaysia. My goal is to provide simple, trusted health advice for patients and caregivers on topics like healthy aging, dementia, and managing medications. Connect with me: Facebook:   / drlimwanchieh   LinkedIn:   / drlimwanchieh   — DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is for general educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute personal medical advice and does not create a doctor-patient relationship. Please consult your own qualified health professional for any medical concerns.