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Dementia and Alzheimer’s are both cognitive diseases(Image: Westend61\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
A medical professional has shed light on the “earliest” symptom of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, describing it as a “clear and telling” sign of these cognitive conditions. Dementia<\/a> is a syndrome characterised by a continuous decline in brain function, with various causes and types.<\/p>\n People often confuse Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is actually a type of dementia.<\/p>\n Dr Stephen Cabral, a Neuropathy expert and host of The Cabral Concept podcast, shared one specific sign that could indicate dementia. He also pointed out another symptom to be mindful of, reports the Mirror<\/a>.<\/p>\n The video was titled: “The earliest sign of Alzheimer’s and Dementia is getting lost more easily… This is the most clear and telling sign that somebody later in life is developing one of these cognitive diseases.”<\/p>\n In the short video, Dr Cabral explained: “The earliest sign of dementia and Alzheimer’s that truly is an indicator, not the mis-recalling of memories or words or names, but it’s actually the number one is getting lost more easily. If you’re younger and stressed, you forget where you put your keys, you forget someone’s name, you forget the next thing that you were supposed to do? Not uncommon.<\/p>\n “What would be uncommon even when you’re younger is to say, ‘I don’t know where I am right now. I’m lost.’ That’s a different story than not being able to recall something.”<\/p>\n The doctor also highlighted a secondary warning sign that could indicate dementia. He referred to it as ‘1B’, implying it’s just secondary to the first symptom. He further explained: “And a 1B that they gave, let’s say that’s the 1A, a 1B would say that they’re no longer able to park straight.<\/p>\n “So if you’re with a parent or grandparent, with a loved one, and they’re not able to. Maybe they couldn’t parallel park before, but they’re not able to pull into a spot and straight, that can be an early sign of dementia and Alzheimer’s.”<\/p>\n Signs of dementia<\/p>\n Symptoms of dementia may include difficulties with:<\/p>\n Those living with dementia can show less interest in their usual activities, and might struggle to control their behaviour or emotions. They may also find social interactions challenging and show reduced interest in maintaining relationships and socialising. Their personality might change, and they may demonstrate less empathy (understanding and compassion).<\/p>\n Early signs of Alzheimer’s<\/p>\n During the initial stages, the primary symptom of Alzheimer’s disease is memory lapses. Someone in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease may:<\/p>\n There are often signs of mood changes, such as increasing anxiety or agitation, or periods of confusion.<\/p>\n Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click<\/strong> this link<\/strong> <\/a>to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don\u2019t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you\u2019re curious, you can read our<\/strong> Privacy Notice<\/strong> <\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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