Early warning signs of dementia Learn the most common early signs and symptoms of dementia, how to notice them, and what you can do if they happen to you
Do I have dementia? - Alzheimers Society How will I know if I have dementia? Dementia is a medical condition, so it’s not something you can diagnose yourself, unless you have specialist skills and knowledge The most important thing to know, if you’re having problems with your memory or thinking, is when to see your GP
What are the early signs of dementia and when should you worry? As a clinician who treats people living with dementia, I’m often asked about whether dementia has any tell-tale signs, and what to do if you’re worried Coming together for the festive season can help you notice symptoms in loved ones you may not have seen for a while
Do You Have Early Signs of Dementia? Early signs of dementia include short-term memory loss, getting lost in familiar places, confusion over simple tasks, and changes in mood and behavior
15 Early Warning Signs and Symptoms of Dementia - AARP Dementia is an umbrella term for a decline in mental ability that interferes with daily life It can diminish focus, attention, language skills, problem solving and visual perception Dementia can also make it difficult for a person to control emotions and can even lead to personality changes
How Dementia Is Diagnosed - Support Network It accompanies you through every stage, starting with developing the first symptoms and consulting a GP, followed by cognitive examinations and brain scans (such as MRIs), and lastly, getting diagnosed We’ll explain everything in the simplest and kindest way possible
10 warning signs of dementia - Alzheimer Society of Canada Are you, or the person you know, forgetting things often or struggling to retain new information? It's normal to occasionally forget appointments, colleagues’ names or a friend’s phone number only to remember them a short while later