Memory Disorders/Dysfunctions Memory loss has long been considered as a result of aging, but now physicians believe that there must be some pathological reasons as well, that cause memoryimpairment: “Memory Cognitive Impairment” (MCI). Although the suffering individuals are capable of doing every day tasks independently, they also heavily rely on using diaries, calendars, reminders etc. Amnesia • Greek word which means “forgetfulness”. • Loss of memory with other mental difficulties • In old age, people are unable to retrieve memories. • Includes two types of amnesia. 1. Retrograde amnesia 2. Anterograde amnesia] Dementia • Severe and rare disease, mostly affects people in their 60’s and the risk is doubled every 5 years after 60; at 80, one out of every five people develops dementia. • Symptoms may include repeating things several times, speech problems, intellectual problems, and inability to remember the skills le...
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