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MargaretS663784
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March 1, 2023

What are 5 common memory lapses?

  • March 1, 2023
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As we get older, it’s normal to forget things here and there, and it doesn’t mean dramatic memory loss is inevitable. Learn about common memory lapses, explore quizzes and more in the AARP Staying Sharp Is My Memory Normal? challenge. Find more health tips at AARP® Staying Sharp® today, a member benefit.

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dw94056393
Contributor ⭐
April 6, 2023
@AARPMaggie wrote:

Sending me from the front page to this page where it says to click on is my memory normal? Is frustrating enough. The fact that that link goes directly to “OOPS” just tears it up. Forget about it all I need at my age it’s more frustration. Thanks a lot.

 

Learn about common memory lapses, explore quizzes and more in the AARP Staying Sharp Is My Memory Normal? challenge. 

 

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    g8griffith
    Contributor ⭐
    April 7, 2023

    I see what you mean...

    Oops!

    We can't seem to find the page you're looking for.
    Error code: 404

    Here are some helpful links instead:

    Or, if you have any questions, please call us at: 
    1-888-OUR-AARP (1-888-687-2277).

     

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    MargaretS663784Author
    Conversationalist ⭐
    April 7, 2023

    Hi there, thank you for letting us know about this issue--it has been corrected. Best, Maggie

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    g8griffith
    Contributor ⭐
    April 7, 2023

    Oops!

    We can't seem to find the page you're looking for.
    Error code: 404

    Here are some helpful links instead:

    Or, if you have any questions, please call us at: 
    1-888-OUR-AARP (1-888-687-2277).

     

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    MargaretS663784Author
    Conversationalist ⭐
    April 7, 2023

    Hi there, thank you for letting us know about the page error--it has been corrected. Best, Maggie.

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    2Papa
    Contributor ⭐⭐
    April 7, 2023

    Hahaha AARP really messed this article up! 

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    njriley55
    Contributor ⭐
    April 7, 2023

    AARP just had a “Senior Moment!” 😂

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      EPT92
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      April 7, 2023

      Legal Disclaimer is stuck!  ????????

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      MargaretS663784Author
      Conversationalist ⭐
      April 7, 2023

      Hi there, thank you for letting us know about the issue with the legal disclaimer and we'll research the issue. Best, Maggie

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      aclarkeeee
      Contributor ⭐
      April 7, 2023

      Still stuck on disclaimer

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      DanielA216813
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      May 22, 2025

      Common memory lapses include misplacing everyday items such as keys or glasses, forgetting a name or face shortly after meeting someone, missing appointments that were marked on a calendar, entering a room and then forgetting the purpose, and struggling to recall details from a recent conversation or TV show. Which of these have you experienced?

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