A Checklist Of Symptoms To Look For

You should find this checklist of symptoms helpful:

Memory Loss
Lack of Concentration
Impaired reasoning and judgement skills
Confusion
Sleep patterns altered
Disorientation
Wandering
Impaired movement
Inability to dress appropriately
Inability to perform personal hygiene needs
Incontinence
Short term memory loss
Long term memory loss
Personality changes
Apathy
Eating problems
Misplacing items
Forgetting familiar people
Becoming lost in familiar places
Neglect of nutrition
Inability to drive
Repeating questions
Hallucinations
Disorganization
Paranoid
Indecision
Confusion

Whilst all of these symptoms may not present themselves, it's usually a combination of one, two or more that will bring rise for concern. Please consult a physician should you suspect that your loved one may be suffering from Dementia or Alzheimer's Disease.