One of the biggest concerns I hear from family members who are caregivers is that they themselves forgot where the car keys were yesterday, didn’t remember an appointment after a trying morning, etc. They are terrified that these lapses mean they now have Alzheimer’s, too. Hey, we all have forgetful moments and they don’t often mean that we are on the verge of developing Alzheimer’s. They mean we’re overwhelmed, exhausted and need some time to relax.

Remember, forgetfulness is only one sign of Alzheimer’s Disease. However, if you are so anxious about developing it that the worry is ruining your ability to enjoy your life, contact your doctor and ask for a medical opinion. Chances are, he’ll say you don’t have Alzheimer’s and you can chalk any forgetfulness up to being human.

Posted by on 03.04.2007 • Caregiver Support