Is it possible for young people in their 20s or 30s to get Alzheimer disease?

Question

i seem to forget too much... like the last conversation with my freind ... when and what we talked about.. i forget so much that its affecting me at work too. and im only 24.. its not normal.whats wrong with me? and what should i do? please help!

Answer 1

I've wondered the same thing, actually. I'm 23 and I forget all the time. I've seemed to have gotten better about it, though.

I think about it this way: We all have different types of memories. My memory is the type in which I have to see something to remember it in detail. So, if someone tells me something, I'm not seeing it; therefore, I'm more likely to forget the conversation.

Having said that, when someone speaks to me about something, I try to create a scenario in my mind of what they're talking about. That way, I can create a visualization of what they're talking about and I have more of a chance in remembering what was said in the conversation. This also can help your imagination as you're putting it to good work and daily use.

Some of this, in my opinion, is caused by stress and/or a short attention span.

Maybe give this a try and I hope it helps.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Some forgetting is just not thinking. Say you put your car keys on the Kitchen Table every time you came home. Then one day you come home and need to pee real bad, so, you throw the keys on the Cabinet (Not thinking) and run to the Bathroom. Later your looking on the Kitchen Table wondering, "Where the heck did I put my keys"? Now, in going to the Bathroom if you thought; "I put my keys on the cabinet"! Then you would remember. A lot of times it just teaching ourselves to think about what we do and not do things from habit and just doing it from a subconscious reaction. I hope you understand what I am saying, I try to keep it short.

Answer 4

That would be really early onset. But there could be something else going on. Even a vitamin deficiency can mimic the symptoms. Go to your doctor and he'll check you out. Better to know and get whatever's wrong with you treated right away.

Answer 5

I don't think so
young people have so much to remember today they say with all the pin numbers etc & mobile phones can cause it to i THINK not sure of that though .see A Dr to stop your worry

Answer 6

i had a real good answer for this but forgotton again , my kids reckon of got it double .. remember and then forget it again ..

theres probably alot of reasons you forget maybe your mind is fixed on something more important at the moment, i wouldnt worry about it

Answer 7

you're probably just really stupid. The reason I know that is because you ask yahoo answers before a doctor. Get a brain crazy.

Answer 8

Alzheimer's disease damages the brain's intellectual functions (memory, orientation, calculation), but at first, it largely spares those parts of the brain that control sensation and movement. The memory often is affected early and gradually deteriorates, causing impaired judgment and other problems that may affect your ability to perform normal daily activities. Although Alzheimer's usually begins later in life, generally after age 60, it can affect people as young as age 30.

In Alzheimer's disease, deposits of proteins called amyloid and TAU distort communication between brain cells. Also, levels of a chemical called acetylcholine that helps transmit messages between brain cells begin to drop, causing more communication problems. Eventually, brain cells themselves are affected. They begin to shrivel and die, causing certain areas of the brain to shrink.

Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 50% to 67% of all cases in people aged 65 and older. Approximately 4 million people in the United States currently have the disease.

Everyone is born with the potential to develop Alzheimer's disease. Your lifetime risk of developing the disease is about 10% to 15%. However, several factors may increase your risk:

Age — The older you get, the greater your chance of developing Alzheimer's disease.


Family history — If members of your family, especially parents or siblings, have Alzheimer's or have died of it, your risk of developing the disease increases. Your personal risk also depends several factors, including how many family members are affected with Alzheimer's.


Genetic factors — Some genetic (inherited) factors may increase your lifetime risk of getting Alzheimer's disease.

Prevention

There is no way to prevent Alzheimer's disease. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may offer some protection. This is being studied. Staying physically and mentally active and having a high educational level is associated with a lower risk of developing the disease.

Treatment

Four medications, tacrine (Cognex), donepezil (Aricept), rivastigmine tartrate (Exelon) and galantamine (Reminyl), may slow the intellectual decline in some people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. These drugs (called cholinesterase inhibitors) increase the brain's levels of acetylcholine, which helps to restore communication between brain cells. Another medication, memantine (Namenda), has been shown to stabilize memory in people with moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. It is the first in a new class of medications called NMDA receptor antagonists.

Other strategies used to help people with Alzheimer's include psychotherapy techniques (reality orientation and memory retraining) and medications to relieve depression and calm agitated behavior.

As much as possible, you should follow a regular exercise routine, maintain normal social contacts with family and friends and continue intellectual activities. In addition to regularly scheduled doctor visits, patients and their families should take advantage of community resources and support groups. Discuss any safety concerns, especially driving, with the doctor.

Although several nonprescription products claim to improve mental function, the scientific evidence to support this claim is weak. Check with your doctor before taking any nonprescription medication, especially if you are taking a prescription medication for heart problems, diabetes, high blood pressure or mental illness or if you have problems with your heart or liver.


Most likely, than not in your case, it might just be a question of mere forgetfulness. Especially in items that do not create an impact or has immediate relevance in your life. You should probably just try to absorb as much information as you can. Resorting to writing it down helps. Do a do it list. You should not worry too much for a slight forgetfulness; as everybody experiences that. Try to associate statements or conversations made to you by situations. This way recall is made easier. If need be, simply ask the person to repeat what he or she says. Then commit it to memory. Pay particular attention. Establish some routines. Return things to their original places after use. Make your friends aware of your problem. You'll find that they will be very supportive. After face to face conversations, it might behoove you to reiterate it with phone calls and follow up with questions.

Answer 9

very rare it starts after 50. but pls check with ur doctor u may have some other problem

Answer 10

look at bush in his 20's and 30's

shiit sorry thats alcoholism