Worried about recurring mental lapses? Simple cognitive tests can help determine if there is a problem.
After a certain age, almost everyone experiences “senior moments.” You forget what someone just said, or you can’t remember someone’s name even when the face appears clearly in your mind. Maybe he forgot to put out the recycling even though he was sure he did.
Most of the time, we dismiss these episodes as signs of normal aging. But what if they become more frequent or troublesome, or affect your daily life, like missing a doctor’s appointment or forgetting to pay a bill? What are your options?
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