Signs of Dementia

Changes in thinking and memory that indicate the onset of dementia.

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  • Should You Be Tested for Dementia?

    Not all cognitive decline indicates dementia or Alzheimer's. Some cognitive changes are due to conditions or diseases that are treatable or even reversible. It’s important to get tested and find out a diagnosis-whether you want to or not.

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  • Early Signs of Dementia: When To Be Concerned

    The early stage of dementia is often difficult to detect since symptoms and age of onset can vary. Keep an eye out for these warning signs.

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  • What to Do If You Suspect Someone Has Dementia

    Learn what red flags to look for and advice on what to do if you think your parent has dementia.

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  • Caregiver Concern: I'm Forgetting and Misplacing Things

    We all lose our keys or glasses sometimes, but what if they start turning up in unusual places? For caregivers who are familiar with dementia, blips like this are troubling. Is misplacing things a sign of cognitive decline, or is it chronic stress?

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