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Everyday Health: Keeping Your Social Flow When a Word Slips Away Due to Mild Cognitive Impairment

Written by Gaylord | July 28, 2026

By Abby McCoy, RN  
 
Published on July 21, 2026

Is forgetting a word normal? Experts weigh in.

Most people have experienced that frustrating moment when a familiar word is suddenly just out of reach. In a recent Everyday Health article published by Yahoo, Gaylord Speech-Language Pathologist Shannon Massella, MS, CCC-SLP, joins other experts to explain what's happening in the brain during these moments and when changes in memory or language may warrant a closer look.

The article explores the differences between normal age-related changes and mild cognitive impairment, along with practical strategies for navigating everyday conversations with confidence. Read the full story to learn what experts say about word-finding difficulties and brain health.