Barbara Windsor’s Husband Wants You To Check Loved Ones For Signs Of Dementia This Valentine’s Day
Mitchell urged people to follow NHS England’s advice to ‘check your mate’ for changes such as mood swings and depression, which could be the first indication that someone has dementia.
“If they are acting out of character and if you’re worried, gently suggest they visit their GP and receive the care and support they deserve,” he said.
Alzheimer’s disease is often associated with loss of memory, but changes in behaviour or personality can also be warning signs.
The 10 symptoms to look out for are:
1. Memory loss that disrupts daily life
2. Challenges in planning or solving problems
3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks
4. Confusion with time or place
5. Trouble understanding visual images and spacial relationships
6. New problems with words in speaking or writing
7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
8. Decreased or poor judgment
9. Withdrawal from work or social activities
10. Changes in mood and personality
There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but if you believe you or a loved one are suffering, you should visit your GP as soon as possible because they may be able to prescribe drugs to slow the progression of some symptoms.
According to the Alzheimer’s Society, it’s also beneficial for a person who has been diagnosed to continue with hobbies they enjoy in order to keep their minds active.