10 Warning Signs of Early Alzheimer's Disease

If you observe any of these 10 classic warning signs—deemed so by the Alzheimer's Association—you should contact your physician.

10 Warning Signs of Early Alzheimer's Disease By Esther Heerema, MSW If you observe any of these 10 classic warning signs—deemed so by the Alzheimer's Association—you should contact your physician. READ NOW  12 Benefits of Early Detection in Dementia  You may wonder why clinicians advocate for an early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. After all, might that just result in a longer time for people to experience feelings of hopelessness and grief? READ NOW  Thyroid Problems May Be the Cause of Your Brain Fog  Feeling forgetful? Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can cause cognitive problems that mimic symptoms of mild dementia. READ NOW  SLUMS Examination for Dementia  The Saint Louis University Mental Status Examination (SLUMS) is a method of screening for Alzheimer's and other kinds of dementia. Here's why it might be more effective than other tests for identifying early dementia. READ NOW  Is It Alzheimer's Disease or Vitamin B12 Deficiency?  As the name suggests, vitamin B12 deficiency is when there is not enough of the B12 vitamin in your body. This can cause a multitude of symptoms, including a cognitive decline. READ NOW  READ THESE NEXT How Melatonin May Help Alzheimer's Disease Poor Judgment Can Be a Sign of Early Dementia Study: The MEND Approach for Reversing Alzheimer's Physical Causes of Challenging Behaviors Yoga, Memory, and Alzheimer's Disease You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Alzheimer's & Dementia newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2020 Verywellhealth.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy