Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia cause a slow decline in memory and reasoning skills. If you notice any
of these symptoms in a loved one, please see a physician.

The 10 Warning Signs
1.     Memory loss that disrupts daily life. Example: Asking for the same information over and over.
2.     Challenges in planning or solving problems. Example: Trouble keeping track of bills.
3.     Difficulty completing familiar tasks. Example: Can’t remember the rules of a favorite game.
4.     Confusion with time or place. Example:  Forgetting where they are or how they got there.
5.     Trouble understanding visual interests or spatial relationships. Example: Difficulty reading or judging distances.
6.     New problems in speaking or writing words. Example: Suddenly stops speaking in the middle of a conversation.
7.     Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps. Example: Placing things in unusual locations.
8.     Decreased or poor judgment. Example:  Less attention to grooming and hygiene.
9.     Withdrawal from work or social activities. Example: Little or no interest in a favorite hobby.
10.     Changes in mood or personality. Example:  Increasingly confused, anxious, suspicious or depressed.

Source: Alzheimer’s Association