“Within ten minutes, he restarted the same conversation three times.”
They restart the same conversation topic as if it is new.
A conversation ends, then soon after they begin the same topic again as if it has not been discussed.
Losing track of a conversation can happen when tired, distracted, or in a busy group setting.
It may deserve closer observation if conversation topics are repeatedly reset even in calm one-on-one situations.
Helpful things to notice
- Does this happen one-on-one or mostly in groups?
- Are there distractions?
- Can they reconnect to the previous conversation when reminded?
- Is word-finding also difficult?
- Does it affect social interaction?