Picture this: You’re 62, a retired teacher grading grandkids’ homework, but by evening, you’re hunting glasses perched on your head. You know that feeling when a word dances on your tongue but hides? Ever had that moment family laughs off your repeat story, but dread gnaws inside?
A 2024 Neurology study: 40% of “normal aging” forgetfulness masks MCI, precursor to Alzheimer’s in 50% of cases. Consequence: Not just embarrassment—driving accidents triple, finances crumble.
For perfectionists chasing sharp minds, this alarms. Skeptics say “senior moments,” but data demands vigilance. Quick exercise: Imagine recalling every detail of last week’s dinner.
You’ve grabbed 1 of 7 signs. 6 remain—dive deeper.
