I have been having recent memory problems.
me-MO-ria — four syllables, stress on second. 'Recenti' — re-CHEN-ti.
Report new memory problems to a doctor. Especially important in older adults — early assessment is critical.
'Problemi di memoria' = memory problems. 'Recenti' = recent. 'Difficoltà cognitive' is the broader medical term. Memory problems in older adults may signal early cognitive impairment or dementia — early referral to a 'neurologo' or 'geriatra' and cognitive testing ('test neuropsicologici') is important. In younger adults, causes include depression, sleep deprivation, hypothyroidism, and medication effects.
Dimentico le parole e i nomi di persone care.
I forget words and the names of close people.
Word-finding difficulties ('anomia') — can be normal aging or early dementia sign
Mi perdo in posti che conosco bene.
I get lost in places I know well.
Spatial disorientation — significant warning sign for dementia
Mia madre dimentica le conversazioni avute pochi minuti fa.
My mother forgets conversations she had a few minutes ago.
Short-term memory loss — concerning for Alzheimer's type dementia
Italy has approximately 1.3 million people with dementia, a number expected to double by 2050. The Italian National Alzheimer's Plan ('Piano Nazionale Demenze') established a network of 'centri disturbi cognitivi e demenze' (CDCD) in Italian hospitals — specialist units for cognitive assessment and dementia diagnosis. Early diagnosis is actively promoted. The Alzheimer's association ('Alzheimer Italia') provides support to families.