Friday, 17 May 2024 2:41 am

Dementia is a condition that is characterized by a progressive deterioration in a person’s cognitive functioning. It occurs when neurons that were once healthy, stop working. Ergo, they lose their connection with other neurons in the brain, and deteriorate.

Dementia affects areas like memory, thinking, comprehension, language and learning. Here are a few signs to be on the lookout for early in dementia: 

Memory related

• Not being able to recall recent events or information
• Not remembering where certain items were kept
• Unwitting repetition of comments and/or questions over short periods of time
• Losing track of time; not knowing the correct month or year
• Difficulty in performing tasks which they have already done

Language and Communication:

• Not being able to find the right words during a conversation
• Struggling with vocabulary
• Not being able to follow what someone is saying
• Reduced attention span
• Not being able to follow an instruction

Behavioral/Mood Related:

• Shifts in mood and behavior (disorientation, increased irritability, or withdrawal from social situations)
• May feel frustrated or anxious

Losing interest in activities that they used to enjoy

An earlier detection of these signs allows for intervention which in turn improves the quality of life for both patients and caregivers. Here at The Dementia Care Foundation, we provide day care and in-patient care services for those who have dementia. Please walk in for a consultation with our dedicated team of psychologists and psychiatrists!

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