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Some change in memory is normal as we grow older, but the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease are more than simple lapses in memory. People with Alzheimer’s experience difficulties communicating, learning, thinking, and reasoning – problems sever enough to have an impact on an individual’s work, social activities, and family life.
The Alzheimer’s Association believes that it is critical for people with dementia and their families to receive information, care, and support as early as possible. To help family members and health care professionals recognize the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, the Association has developed a list of the 10 most common warning signs.
- Memory loss
- Difficulty performing familiar tasks
- Problems with language
- Disorientation to time and place
- Poor or decreased judgment
- Problems with abstract thinking
- Misplacing things
- Changes in mood or behavior
- Changes in personality
- Loss of initiative
If you, or a loved one are experiencing the above warning signs, the Alzheimer’s Association encourages you to schedule an appointment with your primary physician.
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