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Can chronic or excess anxiety cause shortterm memory problems?
10 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Yes: Yes. Anything that distracts someone from focusing on the present moment can impair memory. Memories sometimes don't get generated when the mind is distracted by worry.
Answered 5/13/2016
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YES: But it is more likely problems with attention and concentration rather than neurologically based memory dysfunction.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Yes: Memory is quite complicated. Anxiety of any sort can cause problems with attention. If there are problems with attending or focussing there can be problems with memory.
Answered 5/12/2016
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Some concerns: Agree with dr NASH about some emotional contributors, but would ponder medication side effects, potential sleep disorder, or even vitamin deficiency. Might check homocysteine level, or thyroid status.
Answered 5/12/2016
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