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Why being forgetful isn’t as bad as it seems

Is my brain deteriorating, or is it simply overstuffed?

Perspective by
Lily contributor
November 3, 2019 at 9:32 a.m. EST

Over the last few years, my ability to remember facts has greatly decreased. At the same time, my profession demands I constantly learn new things. Is my brain deteriorating, or is it simply overstuffed?