Why do old people lose their memory?

Have you ever spent time with your grandparents and noticed that sometimes they’re a little on the forgetful side? Is this a typical part of life? We weren’t sure, so we asked Dr. Emily Downing to help us learn more about memory loss. 

Have you ever spent time with your grandparents and noticed that sometimes they’re a little on the forgetful side? Is this a typical part of life? We weren’t sure, so we asked Dr. Emily Downing to help us learn more about memory loss. 
Got a question that you simply forgot the answer to? Send it to us at BrainsOn.org/contact, and we’ll help you remember! 

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Why do old people lose their memory?

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