Did you know that Alzheimer's disease is the sixth-leading cause of
death in the United States and the only cause of death among the top 10
that can't be prevented or cured? With early detection, people can
get the maximum benefit from available treatments, have more time to plan
for the future and find the care and support services that can help.
Below are the top 10 early warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's
disease according to the
Alzheimer's Assocation. We encourage you to see your doctor if you or a loved one is experiencing
any of them.
- Memory loss that disrupts daily life
- Challenges in planning or solving problems
- Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure
- Confusion with time or place
- Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships
- New problems with words in speaking or writing
- Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
- Decreased or poor judgment
- Withdrawal from work or social activities
- Changes in mood and personality
Read the complete article, 10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's,
here. To learn how you can uncover some more truth's about Alzheimer's
disease, please visit the
Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month page on ALZ.org.
Support for those who Care for Others
Join other caregivers to share, support and learn from each other at the
Caregiver Support Group. Learn more about this group and when meeting
are held at
www.cchwyo.org/caregiver.