remember a word is common.
A persistent decline in the ability to communicate is more concerning.
7. Frequently Misplacing Things
Everyone loses their phone or keys occasionally.
A potentially concerning pattern is repeatedly putting objects in unusual places and then being unable to retrace your steps to find them.
Someone experiencing cognitive decline may also become convinced that another person moved or stole the missing object.
8. Changes in Judgment or Decision-Making
Changes in judgment can also occur.
For example, a person who previously managed money carefully might begin making
