12 Early Warning Signs of Dementia

having trouble following conversations are common early symptoms.

4. Mood and Personality Changes

Noticeable shifts in mood, such as increased anxiety, depression, or irritability, may signal the onset of dementia.

5. Disorientation
   Confusion about time, place, or familiar environments is a typical early warning sign.

6. Poor Judgment
   Making uncharacteristically poor decisions, especially regarding finances or personal safety, can be indicative of cognitive decline.

7. Misplacing Items
   Dementia

Regularly placing belongings in unusual locations and being unable to retrace steps to find them is a concerning symptom.

Withdrawal from Social Activities
A person may