Discover 9 Early Signs of Dementia Few People Notice and 13 Classic Symptoms to Watch For

Vision problems should also be evaluated by an eye-care professional because many eye conditions can cause similar difficulties.

8. Poorer Judgment

A person may make increasingly unusual or unsafe decisions.

Examples include:

  • giving away large sums of money
  • falling repeatedly for scams
  • neglecting household safety
  • wearing inappropriate clothing for the weather
  • making risky decisions they would previously have avoided

9. Withdrawal From Work or Social Activities

Following conversations or remembering rules may become exhausting.

As a result, someone may gradually avoid:

  • social gatherings
  • hobbies
  • sports
  • volunteering
  • work responsibilities
  • family events