5 Differences Between Normal Forgetfulness and Alzheimer's

5 Differences Between Normal Forgetfulness and Alzheimer's By Esther Heerema, MSW Some cognitive changes are normal as we age, but others are warning signs of Alzheimer's disease. Understanding the difference can provide you with peace of mind as well as spur an assessment by a physician if concerns are present.  5 Differences Between Normal Forgetfulness and Alzheimer's  If you're concerned about your memory, here's how to distinguish between normal, age-related memory problems and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.  READ NOW Worried? Take the SAGE At-Home Dementia Test  The SAGE Test is a tool you can use in the comfort of your own home to screen for dementia. If the screening results indicate a concern, you should show your doctor the test and be evaluated for other causes of memory loss, as well as dementia.  READ NOW Here's What's Normal Cognitive Functioning After Our Twenties  While our amount of knowledge typically increases as we go through life, our ability to process it quickly may decrease. Here's what to expect from your brain as you get a little older.  READ NOW 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease  It's more than just memory loss. There are nine other signs that may indicate possible Alzheimer's disease.  READ NOW Which Blood Type Increases Your Dementia Risk?  There are a few different blood types out there. Did you know that one of them is associated with a higher risk of developing dementia?  READ NOW More than Half of People with Dementia Are Not Told Diagnosis  A diagnosis such as cancer would never be hidden by a physician from a patient, but research suggests this transparency is lacking in Alzheimer's disease. READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis Understanding Asthma Understanding Type 2 Diabetes Understanding Plaque Psoriasis Understanding Lung Cancer AN ABOUT.COM BRAND 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 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.