Our at a glance guide to knowing the signs of dementia

Early detection of dementia is extremely important, so we’ve put together a list of signs you can look out for:

• Memory loss that upsets day-to-day living
• Issues solving problems
• Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home or work
• Confused about the time or place
• Trouble understanding visuals and spatial relationships
• New problems with writing or speaking words
• Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
• Decreased or poor judgement
• Withdrawing from work or social activities
• Mood swings or changes in personality.

If you recognise any of these symptoms on a regular basis within yourself, a family member, friend or loved-one it is important you/they see a doctor as soon as possible.