11 Early Dementia warning signs without realizing it
It is known
that dementia is not a specific disease but is rather a general term for the
impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interferes with
doing everyday activities. Dementia is a general term for loss of memory,
language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough
to interfere with daily life.
Whether you
are concerned for yourself or someone you care about, it's important to know
the most common warning signs of dementia so you can ensure an early diagnosis.
11 Early
Dementia warning signs:
1- Difficulty
finding the right words
2- A failing
sense of direction
3- Memory
problems, particularly remembering recent events
4- Challenges
in planning or solving problems
5- Confusion
with time or place
6- Trouble
understanding visual images and spatial relationships
7- Loss of
ability to do everyday tasks
8- Decreased
or poor judgment
9- Increasing
confusion
10- Difficulty
following storylines
11- Misplacing
things and losing the ability to retrace steps
Some people
may be resistant to the idea of visiting a doctor. In some cases, people do not
realize, or else they deny, that there is anything wrong with them. This can be
due to the brain changes of dementia that interfere with the ability to recognize
or appreciate the changes occurring.
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What is
Cognitive testing
A variety of
tests are used to assess thinking abilities, including memory, language,
attention and problem-solving. This can help identify specific problem areas,
which in turn helps identify the underlying cause or the type of dementia.
With early detection, you can explore treatments that may provide some relief of symptoms and help you maintain a level of independence longer.
But you have to know that Memory problems don’t automatically point to dementia. Memory lapses are a natural part of aging and can also occur due to other factors, such as: fatigue, lack of concentration, multitasking and some nutritional deficiencies. But if someone you know has dementia symptoms that aren’t improving or are getting worse, talk with a doctor.