Alzheimer's Association has explained 10 key signs of dementia, after former ITV journalist Alastair Stewart revealed he was battling vascular dementia - just months after retiring.
Memory loss can happen for many reasons - but when it begins to disrupt a person's daily life, alarm bells may start to ring.
Thankfully, Alzheimer's Association has listed 10 warning signs and symptoms to watch out for if you are beginning to notice changes in your daily life.10 red flag signs of dementia that you shouldn't ignore Memory loss that disrupts your everyday life This one may be obvious to those who know what dementia is, but in the early stages of the condition, forgetting recently learned information is a huge sign.
Difficulty completing familiar tasks Those struggling with memory loss may find it hard to complete tasks that they usually do each day - such as driving to a familiar location, organising their shopping list, or remembering the rules of a family favourite game. Issues understanding visual images and spatial relationships Some people struggling with memory loss, leading to dementia, could experience a change in their vision.
The person may stop in the middle of a conversation, and have no idea how to get the words out, or they may repeat themselves often.
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