Health Tip: Signs That a Loved One May Have Dementia

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(HealthDay News) -- Dementia is a brain condition that describes a collection of symptoms that may include difficulty remembering, communicating, comprehending and learning.

The American Academy of Family Physicians says a person with dementia may exhibit these behaviors:

• Significant forgetfulness, including repeating a question many times and not realizing that it was already asked.
• Problems performing tasks that were once easily accomplished, such as cooking or serving a meal.
• Difficulty speaking and communicating thoughts.
• Getting lost, or being unaware of time and date.
• Showing a lack of judgment or having problems thinking about abstract concepts.
• Placing objects in unusual places.
• Changes in personality and mood, including a lack of initiative.

-- Diana Kohnle

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