Early Signs Of Dementia

If you or a loved one has begun to experience dementia, you are likely full of questions – and possibly quite confused about “what’s going on”.

Dementia is used to describe symptoms that are usually caused by alterations in the functionality of the brain.

Dementia in its most common form is the result of Alzheimer’s disease or multi-infarct dementia (vascular dementia) – both of which are irreversible.

The early signs of dementia may include repeatedly asking the same question, becoming lost in normal surroundings, losing the ability to follow simple directions, disorientation regarding time or places or people, neglect of personal safety or nutrition or hygiene, among others.