Top 10 Warning Signs Of Alzheimer's (And 2 Ways To Fight and Prevent It)

Here, we’re going to reveal the 10 early warning signs of Alzheimer’s Disease.

Number 10: You Constantly Misplace Things

Misplacing things like a purse or the house keys is both annoying and frustrating, right? If you are aged 65 and over, and are misplacing things more often than you ever used to, then it’s an important sign that shouldn’t be ignored.

If you lose things frequently and these incidents seem to rise, then you should check in with your doctor.

Number 9: Notable Mood Swings and Personality Changes

Early symptoms of Alzheimer's can trigger personality changes. People with the condition have switched from being shy and conservative to loud and outgoing.

Number 8: Judgment Lapses and Poor Decision Making

Judgment lapses and poor decision-making are potential early signs of Alzheimer's disease.

A bad decision here and there is not a certain warning sign of Alzheimer's. However, if there is a clear unusually frequent pattern of inappropriate decisions or actions taking place, then it’s a sign that should be taken pretty seriously. Particularly for people aged 65 and over.

Number 7: Social Withdrawal and Interaction

Social withdrawal is often one of the very early signs of Alzheimer's disease. It begins with avoiding family, friends, and activities you once enjoyed.

Number 6: Confusion Over Times and Places

You may notice that it becomes increasingly difficult to absorb new information. You may also find that you can't recall lost times, places, or events at all. Seek help if you find you're regularly losing track of days, dates, months, and seasons.

Number 5: Speaking & Writing Becomes Difficult

Losing your ability to engage in conversation or write well are important early signs to watch out for. Repeating what you've already said or stop speaking mid-sentence are other signals.

Perhaps you can still write but lose your spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills. Or, you use words that are out of context or make no sense at all.

Number 4: Hearing Loss and Dementia Risk

People who had mild hearing impairment had double the risk of those with normal hearing. Those who had a severe hearing impairment were 5x more likely to develop dementia.

Number 3: Untreated Depression

Depressed adults have an increased risk of dementia, and it's substantial.

If you become depressed later in life, your risk of dementia increases by 70%. And if you've suffered from depression since middle age, that risk goes up to 80%.

If you're living with depression, go see your doctor and get it treated. Do this, and your dementia risk falls as you get your depression under control.

Number 2: Too Much Sitting

To avoid premature cognitive decline, you need to stop sitting for extended periods. The link between too much sitting and dementia is straightforward.

Number 1: Changes in Appearance and Personal Hygiene

Changes in appearance and personal hygiene are not always deliberate.
If you have the early onset of AD, you might simply forget to bathe, groom, or dress appropriately.

Or, you lose interest and no longer see personal care as essential or a priority. It's time to seek expert help if you or someone close to you forgets or refuses to wash.

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Now let's look at two action steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

Action Step Number 1: Reducing Your Risk of Heart Disease Reduces Dementia Risks

What's good for your heart is also good for your mind. Seriously, if you take care of your heart, there's a good chance you can reduce your risk of dementia, too.

Action Step Number 2: Exercise Your Brain and Stay Connected

Stimulating your mind helps keep it active and fends off dementia risks. Therefore, exercising your brain is as critical to good health as a physical workout.

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