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- The characteristic of forgetting is normal
- Forgot events from time to time (transient)
- Forgot because they were out of focus (absent-mindedness)
- Forgot because there was memory that could not be pulled (blocking)
- Wrong about detailed information (misattribution)
- Abnormal forgetfulness
- The cause of the child is easy to forget
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Forgetting is a normal reaction, both in adults and children. However, often parents experience anxiety when their baby forgets almost every day. There are several characteristics that show the boundary between forgetting normal and abnormal when children easily forget.
The characteristic of forgetting is normal
Quoted from Harvard Health, some of the features below are forgetful reactions that are normal and do not need to worry too much, namely:
Forgot events from time to time (transient)
At this stage the child will usually forget about events and events that have happened before. In addition, this is also indicated by children who easily forget the information they have learned.
Indeed, basically human memory is divided into two categories, namely information that is often used so that it cannot be forgotten and information that needs to be recalled because it does not often appear in the mind. Scientists say at this stage, forgetting about things that are not everyday or unusual are still within normal limits.
Forgot because they were out of focus (absent-mindedness)
This type of forgetting occurs when a child does not pay much attention or focus on what was done before. For example, when a child forgets where he put his colored pencil. This could be because the child is not focused when putting the colored pencil, for example because he is thinking about something else.
As a result, when the brain tries to recall where colored pencils are located, the child's storage memory cannot provide the information needed.
Forgot because there was memory that could not be pulled (blocking)
For example the child remembers an important message from his teacher this afternoon, but the child forgets what the message is. Temporary inability to recall memories is common in both children and adults. This is still normal, as long as when the child is told again about the teacher's message such as carrying a ceremony hat, the child remembers it again.
Wrong about detailed information (misattribution)
This forgetting process occurs when a child actually remembers something accurately. However, when asked, there are some wrong details such as time, place, and people involved.
Besides that, forgetting this one also happens when a child feels that his thoughts are truly natural even though they actually come from his imagination. This is different from lying, because the child really forgets that what he said just now does not really happen, but the product of his imagination.
Abnormal forgetfulness
Unlike forgetting the normal one, usually this type of forgetting is more complicated, accompanied by other unusual behavior, such as:
- Long pauses when remembering events or selecting words.
- Repeat the same conversation over and over again.
- There is a change in mood and personality.
- Cannot focus on completing the task given.
- Not paying attention when other people talk to him so he can't repeat orders or even do them.
- Having trouble recording the tasks given at school.
If the child easily forgets accompanied by these characteristics, then this becomes a yellow light for you and your partner not to underestimate it.
The cause of the child is easy to forget
The following are some common causes for children to forget, namely:
- Fatigue and lack of sleep.
- Malnutrition, especially vitamin B12 which is usually obtained from dairy products, fish, and meat.
- Stress, for example because there are too many school assignments or parents' demands that make the child finally feel burdened.
- Taking certain drugs that can trigger memory problems, such as metformin (a drug for diabetics) and cholesterol-lowering drugs.
- Certain health problems such as ADHD, brain tumors, and concussions.
These forgetful signs are a common feature that you can pay attention to. If your baby easily forgets, try to categorize it, whether it is normal or not. If you fall into the category of abnormal forgetfulness or you worry about certain symptoms, immediately consult a child psychologist or related expert to get further treatment.
