10 Surprising Early Signs of Dementia

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Are you falling frequently, mismanaging your money, or forgetting what things are used for? Find out if you should be concerned about Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

Madeline R. Vann, MPH

By Madeline R. Vann, MPHMedically Reviewed by Jason Paul Chua, MD, PhD

Reviewed: August 18, 2022

Dementia does more than rob people of their memories — research continues to show that this complicated condition is marked by a number of symptoms, especially at the onset. But they’re not always easy to recognize. From failing to pick up on sarcasm to losing a sense of social norms, some of dementia’s early warning signs are subtle.

How can you know if you or a loved one is showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia?

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