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Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: What to Know About Memory Changes

Memory naturally changes as we grow older, but significant memory loss that interferes with daily life is not a normal part of aging. Alzheimer’s disease affects areas of the brain that control thought, memory, and language, and can make everyday tasks challenging. If you, a family member, or loved one notice one or more of the following early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, consider reaching out to your physician right away to understand what’s causing them:

• Memory loss that disrupts daily life
• Challenges in planning or solving problems
• Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work, or at leisure
• Confusion with time or place
• Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relations
• New problems with words in speaking or writing
• Misplacing things and not being able to retrace steps
• Decreased or poor judgment
• Withdrawal from work or social activities

Source: cdc.gov