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  Alzheimer's Australia
  Health Consumer Organisation

  Alzheimer's Australia is the peak body providing support and advocacy for the 257,000 Australians living with dementia. View profile

  The early signs of dementia are very subtle and vague and may not be immediately obvious. Some common symptoms may include:
  

  • Progressive and frequent memory loss
    
  • Confusion
    
  • Personality change
    
  • Apathy and withdrawal
    
  • Loss of ability to perform everyday tasks
    

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  Dr Nicholas Bradfield (Psychologist)
  Health Professional

  Dr Bradfield is a Clinical Neuropsychologist working in private practice and in the public health system in Melbourne, Australia. He has clinical experience conducting neuropsychological ... View profile

  Other signs of dementia may include:
  

  • Visual or auditory hallucinations
    
  • Fluctuating cognition
    
  • Rigid and inflexible behaviours such as rituals and routines
    
  • Changes in social behaviour such as withdrawal, disinhibition, loss of empathy and impulsivity
    
  • Difficulties with language
    
  • Depression, anxiety or irritability
    
  • Delusions
    
  • Difficulty recognising objects
    
  • Placing inedible objects in one's mouth
    

  It is important to note that these signs can be seen under other circumstances, so their presence does not necessarily imply dementia. Reply to this post  |  Report
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