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Here are tips to help you remember:
- Associate, or link, the word or thing you are trying to remember to something else. For example, if Alex introduces you to Patty, you might remember them as A and P.
- Repeat what you want to remember.
- Make lists either on paper or in your head.
- Think of faces when trying to remember names.
- Read a lot if you have trouble with vocabulary. Keep a dictionary close by.
- If you can't remember something at first, try to relax and try again.
- Take part in activities that stimulate the mind, such as crossword puzzles and board games. This helps keep the nerve cells in the brain active, which is especially important as you get older.
- Reduce the amount of alcohol you drink. Alcohol can make it hard to remember things.
- Talk to your doctor about your medications. Certain drugs can interfere with your ability to remember.
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