Warning Signs of Memory Loss
According to the Alzheimer's Association, here are some differences in normal memory lapses and more serious memory conditions.
Typical Age-related Changes
- Making a poor decision once in a while
- Missing a monthly payment
- Forgetting which day it is and remembering later
- Sometimes forgetting which word to use
- Losing things from time to time
Signs of Alzheimer's
- Poor judgment and decision making
- Inability to manage budget
- Losing track of date or the season
- Difficulty having a conversation
- Misplacing things and being unable to steps to find them