Warning Signs Of Dementia

If you or your family and friends have noticed a change in your cognitive function or behavior, it is important that you consult a health-care professional. A health-care professional can differentiate between normal age-related memory loss and more profound memory loss associated with illness. You'll want to know as soon as possible whether or not your condition is treatable and/or reversible.

 

No matter what the cause, early diagnosis is the key to regaining or maintaining cognitive function. Catching dementia in its early stages allows time for support systems to be established and for all treatment options to be considered. Because of the nature of dementia, you may not be the best judge of your condition. Talk to friends and/or family members that you trust.

Here are a few warning signs that can indicate dementia if they occur frequently or become constant. If any of these occur frequently or become fixed, you should seek prompt evaluation by a skilled professional.