Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Early detection and diagnosis is important. The disease cannot be stopped but the progression of the disease can be slowed by treatment.
Symptoms
Many people with dementia have symptoms such as:
Loss of memory, judgement and reasoning
Mood and behavioural changes
Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s:
Memory loss that disrupts daily life
Challenges in planning or solving problems
Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home or at work
Confusion with time or place
Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships
Difficulty joining or following a conversation
Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
Experiencing changes in judgement and decision making
Withdrawal from work or social activities
Changes in mood and personality including becoming confused, suspicious, depressed, fearful and anxious
