over and over
Forgetting important appointments
Relying heavily on notes or reminders for things that used to be easy to remember
Forgetting recent conversations
Normal aging may involve occasionally forgetting a name or appointment and remembering it later. Dementia-related memory loss tends to be more frequent and disruptive.
2. Difficulty Planning or Solving Problems
A person may begin struggling with tasks that require several steps.
This can include:
Following a familiar recipe
Managing household bills
Keeping track of monthly expenses
Organizing travel plans
Following instructions
They may also take much