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3. Changes in mood or personality
Memory loss isn’t the only symptom of early dementia. Some of the earliest signs can show up in behavior and mood. If you or a loved one becomes unusually irritable, withdrawn, anxious, or depressed, it may be more than a rough patch.
Per the Mayo Clinic, dementia can also manifest in our daily behavioral patterns. Common signs include disrupted sleep patterns, such as frequent nighttime waking or daytime drowsiness, and wandering, which can occur even in familiar environments. Individuals may also experience a loss of inhibitions, leading to socially inappropriate behavior or poor judgment. Delusions are another warning sign, such as firmly believing that personal belongings have been stolen when they haven’t.
These symptoms often reflect deeper changes in the brain and should not be ignored.
