should not be interpreted as Alzheimer’s disease without appropriate evaluation.
Why Suspicion Sometimes Appears
If someone repeatedly forgets where possessions were placed, they may genuinely believe another person moved or stole them.
From the affected person’s perspective, the missing memory can make the situation difficult to explain.
Responding calmly and investigating the underlying cognitive or medical issue is generally more useful than arguing about the forgotten event.
7. Declining Judgment and Decision-Making
Changes in judgment can be especially important because they may affect safety and finances.
A person who previously handled money carefully might begin making unusual purchases, giving money to suspicious callers, repeatedly falling for scams, or making financial decisions that are dramatically out of character.
Other changes may involve personal hygiene, driving, medication management, household safety, or choosing clothing that is clearly inappropriate for the weather.
Again, one questionable decision does not indicate dementia. Everyone makes poor decisions
