I have life long memory issues. I attribute them to both my illness and my meds. I’m only 36 but people will tell me stories, sometimes ones that seem important, and I will have no recollection. I do remember parts of my episodes, mostly because when I’m manic, particularly psychotic, I think I’m a genius and need to capture every possible thought. So, I usually have a history in my writing. That being said, my mom and husband tell me things I don’t recall about my episodes as well.