activities they once enjoyed
Family members may notice these changes before the person does.
Mood changes alone do not prove dementia, but they can be part of the overall picture.
7. Poor Judgment or Unusual Decisions
Dementia can affect reasoning and decision-making.
A person may:
- Give money to obvious scams
- Make unusual purchases
- Ignore personal hygiene
- Dress inappropriately for the weather
- Make unsafe financial decisions
A sudden or progressive decline in judgment is more concerning than an occasional poor choice.
8. Withdrawal From Social Activities
A person may stop participating
