Why Am I Always Misplacing Things?

Despite being fairly common in the general population, misplacing objects is also a commonly reported symptom of Alzheimer's disease. While most people with Alzheimer's disease simply forget where they last put an object, some people put objects in unusual places or hide objects.

Why do I misplace things all the time?

Misplacing keys and phones are the result of every day memory or cognitive lapses – the result of a failure in our working memory – that are the norm.

Is there a disorder for losing things?

Many people with ADHD find that they have a blind spot when it comes to keeping track of their belongings. In fact, frequently losing things is one of the ADHD symptoms listed in the DSM.