10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

Learn to Detect the Early Signs to Make Planning Easier

1. Memory Loss Disrupts Life
   One of the most common signs of Alzheimer’s is memory loss. Asking for the same information over and over and relying on memory aids like keeping constant notes are a common signs of Alzheimer’s.
2. Challenges in Planning or Solving Problems
   They often have trouble following a familiar recipe or keeping track of monthly bills.
3. Difficulty Completing Familiar Tasks at Home at Work or at Leisure
   They will have trouble driving to a familiar location or remembering the rules to a familiar game.
4. Confusion with Time or Place
   They may forget where they are or how they got there.
5. Trouble Understanding Visual Images
   They may pass a mirror and think someone else is in the room or they may not realize that it’s them in the mirror.
6. Problems with Words in Speaking or Writing
   They may have trouble following a conversation as well as finding the right word.
7. Misplacing Things
   They may put things in unusual places and they may accuse others of stealing.
8. Decreased or Poor Judgment
   May use bad judgment when dealing with money and they may pay less attention to grooming.
9. Withdrawal from Work or Social Activities
   They may remove themselves from social activities or projects.
10. Changes in Mood and Personality
    They may become fearful, suspicious, depressed or confused. They may become easily upset in places where they are out of their comfort zone.