early dementia warning signs
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- Опубліковано 21 лип 2024
- Welcome to the place where I share dementia tips, strategies, and information for family members caring for a loved one with any type of dementia (such as Alzheimer's disease, Lewy Body dementia, vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia, etc.)
In today’s video, I’m sharing 10 signs that suggest you or someone you know may be showing signs of cognitive decline. I’ve been receiving messages lately from people concerned that someone they know may have dementia. All of us forget things from time to time and may even have trouble finding our words. However, some signs/symptoms are little red flags that should be checked out by a doctor. The more signs you have, the more important it is for you to go to the doctor to get checked out. Now just because you show these symptoms doesn’t mean that you have dementia, it just means that something is happening and it’s important to get it checked out.
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In case you haven’t met me, my name is Natali Edmonds and I am a board certified geropsychologist. That means that I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with older adults. One day, while hiking a trail, I came up with the idea for Careblazers and I decided to see if posting videos online could provide help to the many other Careblazers in the world who don’t get to have help come directly to them in their homes. I hope that this work helps you in some way on your caregiving journey.
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My husband is 88 and dementia started during 2020 but I recognize that the previous 8 or 9 years, his anger was so increased. Slowly during that time, anger fits over nothing. That's when I discussed with the doctor. Also, his "living in the past" with those bad memories and regrets. He is 16 years older than I am. And, I believe in 2020, the confusion with pill refills, computer challenges, paperwork of mail, long scratch on the car, almost running into someone, some irrational ludicrous thinking, etc. It destroys marital relationships.
Its so hard. My mom went through this and my father was sick for a long time. She tried everything to get him engaged in any of his beloved hobbies. She has very nice dreams about him and in them he is his handsome capable self💖
I’m so sorry.
Oh sh*t, that kind of describes me and I’m only 32. My grandma had dementia. I used to have an issue where I stayed up late at night too and I recently fixed that
My husband paid the bills I knew there was a problem when our utilities were cut off and he felt there was a conspiracy with the bills being so confusing that they were double charging us. There were so many clues before this. Thing is, his CT did not show shrinkage and the only thing he couldn’t do on the office test was remember the 3 items. Yet he couldn’t make and keep an appointment. I think detecting Alzheimer’s is very confusing at first. He was bizarre one day and so normal the next!
Thanks for sharing my mother did the same thing with bills 3 times, she now blames the mail service even though their mail is locked. So now she ask I mail them at the post office.
💯 understand what you go through. Going through it over the last few years. Despicable disease. I can’t say how many days I have cried over my mum’s dementia but “this is life “.
I have "good days" and bad days. Plenty of sleep seems to help.
Yes it is. That sounds a bit like loss of Executive Function. Just one, of many, part's of the brain that can be affected. They aren't all affected at once. Things such as balance problems, that didn't come along until much, much later for my hubby.
How are you and the husband doing now? Forgetting to pay bill once or twice is normal...everyone has done that. But if you don't accept that you have forgotten after double checking...then there is an issue.
I remember my grandpa going through his shopping list after I bought the groceries. Checking each item off. Double checking the receipt, recalculating the tax. It hurt my feelings that he didn’t t trust me. I’d never borrowed a red cent from him or grandma. Later, I realized it was his insecurity. Heartbreaking.
Many of the symptoms that we find frustrating and hurtful come from their brain not making sense and not any negative thoughts about us. But that's so hard to realize in the moment when it's happening. Sending love.
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I was caretaker for my mom....I watched an incredibly smart Surgical RN ....go to the end....its was the most painful thing I have ever gone through....God Bless any caretakers out there.....it is traumatic....I found her a place when it got to much for me...I wasnt going to wash her....she died recently....terrible....not as bad as a sudden death....because the whole illness took 4 years...we were all prepared....My doctor put me on Celexa...because of what i went through...almost PTSD symptoms...Its a terrible illness....
Wow!! i wish I had seen this video about 10 years ago. I dont think it would have changed the outcome, but it would have helped me be more confident and secure in the decisions I made. Dealing with my parents dementia was not necessarily bad, rather confusing and overwhelming. I felt so helpless and hopeless. When I accepted my Mother's situation for what it was, it became "OK". If she said she really wanted French Fries, we made it a mission to get her the best fries!! When she wanted to go to her Papa's farm......we rode around until she was satisfied he was taking care of his farm. We or "I" saw a lot of beautiful sunsets....I just stopped trying to make her see things "right". I rolled with it. True story....when my phone rang and she answered my pack of chewing gum.....I let her speak her peace and I played the person on the other end of the phone. She was alright with it, I guess but she did warn me i would be in big trouble if my "Mom" found out I was skipping school. Let them be happy in the moment they are in at that moment. I suppose Mom was teaching me lessons right up to the end. Thanks for posting this video and Peace and Comfort to everyone facing this situation.
I would like to add, at first I was very resentful and angry that God was putting me thru this. I did come to accept/realize that someone had to be there for this phase of her life. I dont regret it at all. It was an honor even if I didnt recognize it in the moment.
Ben, thank you. Best comments ever. 💕
Oh Ben, you are a true Careblazer. Thank you for being there for your mom and for handling confusing situations with compassion even though it didn't make much sense. This world needs more of you. Thank you for sharing your input.
Agreed! Best comments ever!
My mother has dementia. You're exactly right, when I accepted it, things became better. You have to go to where they are. You can't make them come to where you are, or see things "right ".. Your mother was very fortunate to have you
Thank you very much. 😊 My husband was tested - stage 5 🙏🏻 u have been instrumental in my communicating with my Frank. This has made a world of difference.
Have just recently started watching your channel, and it is really helping me to deal with my husband's dementia a lot. Thank you!
I have been with a man for 20 + years and am seeing a few signs, we are not togeather but in resent time he has had a few fights with his heart. So i have come back into his life to help and just do all i can to make his life more comfortable. We were togeather for 20 years or so and best friends for about 7 anyway wanted to share. Thankx
Sometimes it feels good just to get somethings out….bless you for helping your ex, most people wouldn’t.
Thank you for cutting right to the chase on this list and giving us unambiguous examples.
You know, I think I have early warning signs. I don't think I'm exaggerating or imagining. I have to figure out if my behavior is just eccentric (because I have at least ONE in each of those catagories), before I go get an evaluation. My dad has stage 6 Lewy Body Dementia, and your videos have been extremely helpful to my family and I.
Stuff is hereditary, Ruth. just saying. my spouse passed from but she had two siblings that also passed from it as well as her Mom. I'm 80 and have no symptoms but it does NOT run on either side of my family. anyhow not meaning to scare you but fwiw.
I read this definition of forgetfulness vs Alzheimers: if you can't find your keys it's forgetfulness but if you can't remember what keys are for you've got dementia.
Barbara Lyman thank goodness! 😂
I had a strange episode about 17 years ago. I forgot words and couldn't remember them until I saw something that rhymed with the object. Lasted a week or so.
HappyDays I'll try to remember that, I've just been diagnosed with dementia. I love you're name Happy Days it's A brilliant name.
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My mother was trying to do simple multiplication "2x7", kept saying confused and scared, what does 7 mean etc.. it was quite scary. Your comment is quite right. It's severe.
Thanks Natali! This is the first time that I watch your videos and that I find the Careblazers channel. It was very informative and interesting to watch! Lots of blessings and best wishes for you and everyone in the amazing UA-cam family!
Hello there! I'm so glad you found the videos! I hope they continue to help.
Dr. Natali, both of my parents have dementia. I have just recently found you and your very informative videos. You have already helped me immensely! Thank you very much! I appreciate that your videos are short and to the point and easy to listen to. I am trying to watch several a day and will be sharing the information with my family members. Information is power! It helps me understand my parents better and consequently enables me to give them more effective care.
Yes it IS power.
I'm on many dementia FB groups and it's so sad to see so many people so totally clueless about what's happening and ways to cope with it. Once you have knowledge, life goes so much easier with your loved one.
My dad had dementia/Alzheimer's he had it for 10 yrs until he died. It was a long goodbye as we had him at home. Very true with the signs.
It's often a long, difficult goodbye. Thank you for being there for your dad during that long journey.
Thank you so much for all the information. It is very helpful
I've been watching your videos my mom passed a week ago and had ftd dementia. She was diagnosed 3 years ago. She will be greatly missed!
I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey. Sending you positive thoughts.
Sorry to hear about your moms passing even though it was a few years ago. Sending a belated hug. ❤
I loved the out-takes too!
I think it starts much earlier than this. My husband is 72, has T2 diabetes that is not well controlled. I’ve noticed in the last 2 years he is more anxious, he can’t quite remember where he has to go when he is driving if he hasn’t been there for 1 month. He can’t remember words or sometimes makes up a word for the one he can’t grasp. He’s become a bit of a drama queen whereas he was always calm and cool. Changes in his personality. But he can still ace a memory test.
My husband is showing signs of dementia. I seem to be the only one who sees this. A few close friends have noticed anger , not understanding how to play card games that he has been playing for years. . No help from his doctor. When I found you on you tube, I don't feel all alone. Thank you.
Thank you Karen for posting your comment and sharing your story. My dad passed away from dementia back in 2012. During his illness, he showed signs of anger, confusion and had many hallucinations. It was heartbreaking so I know what you are feeling. May God be with you and show you His kindness and grace. May the love of His Son Jesus surround you and embrace you warmly. Please remember, don't be afraid to call on Jesus dear friend. He is there for the hurting ones. I know from experience. Please take care.
Thank you for your comments. I pray daily for all caregivers. My strength is in the Lord. I ask for His help all day every day. I know he is with me through this all day. 🙏🙏Prayers for you all and thank you for all of you. You don:t know how much you help. BLessings !
Go to see another doctor. Something is no right for sure
I felt the same way when my dad was getting it, and he died back in 2014.
Then again, when my wife was getting it.
In both cases, nobody believe me when I voiced my thoughts and concerns.
-At least not until they got so bad that it couldn’t be denied.
By then, my wife had filed for a divorce against me, got a no-contact order, disposed of most of my possessions and all of my money.
She’s in a nursing home now, and due to this corona crap, couldn’t have any visitors until just recently.
I feel like I would like to see her, but am not sure if she would even want me to see her.
Truly awful!
Don’t feel alone…there are so many going through the same thing. My husband of 53 years forgot his password for an email he has had for at least 15 years…..I am after him all the time to write things down…..good luck and stay strong.
Thank you for these videos .They are very helpful..
I'm glad they are helping!
My dad keeps accusing me of rude behavior that didn’t come from me but from him. He’s gotten so irritable and aggressive. He also has become hyper religious and keeps accusing me that the devil is speaking for me whenever I question him.
My husband reads the Bible and prays a lot but he lashes out at me everytime we get into the car.He had to give up his license but blames me and his dr. For conspiring to take them away.I had nothing to do with that and at first he agreed that he needed to stop driving but now it’s all my fault and he blames the way I was raised,He does bizarre things like closing the house up by 4oclock and closing the blinds.He puts the heat on 83 at night and burns me up.These are just a few things I deal with everyday.Please help
I had many of the symptoms, primarily dementia, falling, and incontinence. An MRI showed I have Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus at 77 yrs. old. Now I have a shunt draining spinal fluid from my brain and am fully functioning again. This wouldn't have been discovered but one of the falls I hit my head on the pavement. That led to the MRI.
Nancy Healy Wow! Glad to hear you are ok, and thanks for sharing- priceless information.
My cousins husband had a shunt put in too and it made a difference.
Nancy, so happy you were properly diagnosed! Nurse Kathy
You should make that info very very public, like Evan says, "Priceless" !! so many cases are just never checked out, just taken for granted and the victim is "Put away"!!
TY & love the outtakes! Much needed laughter!
haha! I'm glad you like the outtakes! :)
Very good, thank you.
My dad has dementia. He never remembers to take his medication about 95% of the time. He hasn’t driven in the past year as his doctor said he can no longer drive (due to the dementia).
Bloopers?!!! 🙉🙊LOL✋🤣🎉🥳💃Happy New Year!
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Hello, I don't normally comment on anything. However, I feel like you are a friend who has been there sitting across from me & helping me understand why my wonderful mother has become someone else. I've just joined & plan to watch much more videos. Thank you for helping me understand what is going on......it's so confusing & I can't seem to find any support groups. God Bless you & your wonderful work here on this youtube channel.
Hi Cynthia. Thank you for your kind words. I'm happy you are part of the Careblazer family. If you want to surround yourself with others who are in similar situations as you, then consider joining the closed Facebook group. It's filled with supportive Careblazers sharing their tips, struggles and successes. You can request access right here: facebook.com/groups/dementiacareblazers/
Sending strength!
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I've been concerned with a deterioration in my spelling skill, but it's still better than the person who did the posters/closed captioning for this.
Same issue...
for me, I have had challenges all my life being scatter brained, but thank fully-not today and not me. God bless the family and the victim of loved one.
I kept our my mom at home until the end where she passed in the hospital. I had a lady thru medicaid come at the end and help me out.
Thank you for posting this (loved the cute bloopers at the end😋)
Haha. I have so many bloopers all the time. Thank you for watching and for your child's service!
Careblazers: dementia care heroes I will pass o your thanks to my son. He is definitely my American hero!
Thank you!! It's me facing this😢
@gary jones Yeah, the patient loses the "filters" - the subconscious thing that tells them, normally, not to say out loud what is going through their mind and they say what they think quickly, without concern for anyone else's feelings. The patient can get "mean," even abusive, verbally or physically, to caregivers. My heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. If it is at all possible, take some time for yourself, hire someone to help or ask the doctor if there is any medication that might help with outbursts. Also, make sure that medications are not the culprit - does he get much worse after taking one in particular? Did it start after beginning antidepressants and or antipsychotics. Antidepressants and antipsychotics change the personality more than doctors realize! If you notice a clear change after beginning one of those be sure to discuss this with the doctor! They are experimenting with medications to see which work.
Woah I'll take a comprehensive physical assessment from you please!
My mom is 75 lost in conversations occasionally, not knowing the year. Forgetting to pay bills. Loosing her keys hourly. Responding to junk mail. Obsession with hearing a transistor radio. Definitely 100 percent forgetting her appointments. Can't remember things from a few hours before. The rest of the symptoms you outlined she isn't displaying much of yet. I am being thrusted into this. It is Alot like piloting a sail boat around the horn. You are essentially dealing with the depths of neurological functions. Of a weaker but slightly more over compensating brain has to throw at you. Such as, displaying, a symptom but perfectly masquerading it with a normal personality, and social normalness. At the moment she isn't showing the rest of those symptoms yet. My current status. This second week of July. Is, I am just trying to help get her bills current. Then take her to her neurologist this Friday. And hope she is diagnosed with something not so serious. But I have a feeling she will be diagnosed with an onset. Of, a Neuro degenerative condition. Hopefully she won't.
ray bon my Dads 77 and he swears all day, loses his wallet can’t remember where he put things and gets mad. He sleeps all day , doesn’t want family around or go places . He can’t do anything if he dies it’s too big deal. He asks what day ya it five times a day or repeat questions all day and next day etc it gets stressful
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With age comes skills other than trying to remember where you put your book and/or your grandchild a few minutes ago. I call it "Multitasking"* You may call it something else if you want to, because in fact I probably won't remember what I said or wrote just minutes ago! *Yes, I am (old) woman, hear me roar... and laugh, cough, fart, sneeze and pee all at the same time!*In fact, I should start calling myself *The Gray Wonder Women!*
Helpful.
About 50% of these "symptoms" apply just as well to depression.
Absolutely! In late life, depression can present just like dementia! That's why it's important to make sure people get a good evaluation to rule depression out and/or treat it if it is there.
Why is it important if there is no cure or effective treatments? I suspect everyone who lives long enough will get Alzheimers, Parkinson's or both. I think it is an aging process.
Richard Schaefer Thats right. Heart problems cause it too
@@richardschaefer4807 No, it's not an aging process. When you have to go through it or a loved one, it is very important to know what is causing memory loss. Older people with a bladder infection will get confused and seem like they have dementia, but actually it's because of the infection. Sometimes very low levels of B vitamins will cause it.
OMG! That is just as bad. He is not capable of being President. Everyone has been saying it. It's very noticeable.
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I worked with Dementia patients and their families for years and it made me so sad but angry too that families had no understanding or any help ( I’m in the UK) about Dementia as a whole. So many people still think dementia is just about forgetfulness and nothing else, they don’t understand it’s a cognitive declining disease and when their loved one can’t do things like crafts they’ve done for years, or driving progressing to not remembering how to do things like eating or walking or talking etc. considering it’s becoming such a prevalent disease in the world…and I have a theory of one cause why…every single dementia patient I’ve worked with was on Statins….I refuse to ever take them personally. I think and wish the NHS here in the UK, but all countries would educate people not just on prevention but help for families in understanding the disease and how to help themselves and their loved ones through it.
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Hi Sarah, three of my grandparents have had dementia and none of them took statins.
My mom has Alzeimers and she never took statins
Its not necessaryly the Statins but sure it could be a contributor.
Vascular Dementia affects people with artery disease which goes along with high BP thus Statins. The meds. don't appear to do much but make BP numbers look better, as they don't address the underlying food related disease process. I'm with you. I'm keeping my BP low naturally.
Its not necessaryly the Statins but sure it could be a contributor.
Vascular Dementia affects people with artery disease which goes along with high BP thus Statins. The meds. don't appear to do much but make BP numbers look better, as they don't address the underlying food related disease process. I'm with you. I'm keeping my BP low naturally.
Thank you
Got all of these since lockdown. Alexa helps me out a lot lol
Many of these would also be true of a depressed person or a person who is chronically ill or in chronic pain. Going through the loss of a spouse or child.
I am so tired of having to explain things to my husband over and over and over and then he tells me that he can handle the situation and then I have to fix what he tells me that he can do and when I say forget it that I will take care of it that he gets mad but then I get mad that he screws it up and he wonders why I get so mad that something so simple that he still screws it up
The stress placed on the care giver (me) is greater than I could have imagined. I have reached a point where I'm not sure I will survive this, he dies a little each day and he is taking me to the grave with him.
Are you dealing with a procrastinator or true dementia? In dementia it's like caring for a child. Remember how you have to constantly repeat things to them? Only children go forward, as dementia takes them backward. They can't understand what's happening. At first they don't even know what they're doing. Then as they realize what is happening to them it is utterly terrifying. They are helpless to stop it. Accepting it and pursuing treatment is incredibly painful. Imagine how you'd feel knowing that was your future. Try to be patient, it will help you enjoy and preserve the time you have left together. When a good calm mood comes try to discuss it, document the situation to them kindly and try to form a plan then for seeking treatment, legal issues, and what they want for their future while they can still communicate. There is nothing easy about any of it, but when it's over you'll feel better if you know you did your best and have no regrets. ❤
Thanks.
Which video title should I look for about getting a loved one to seek help? My mom refuses to be seen for a neuropsych evaluation.
My wife with dementia is 84 I am 87 the caregiver. How do you know when it is time ti get help or move to a care facility ?
Reasons for spotting dementia signs early: (1) Planning ahead, (2) Planning ahead, (3) Planning ahead. Dementia goes only one way, and depending on the cause it may progress rapidly. It is vital to prepare while you or your loved one still has the capacity to make decisions: estate planning, make sure your will is up to date, set power of attorney in place, discuss and make clear what your wishes would be about personal care, about finances, about healthcare, about medical decisions at such time as you may not be able to make such decisions for yourself. Would you want to be resuscitated in the event of a life threatening emergency? Do you want to be cremated or buried? What kind of funeral do you want, and where? If you become mentally incapacitated without such arrangements in place it becomes very difficult for your family to cope with their necessary obligations.
YESSSS! WONDERFUL insights on the importance of detection. The earlier, the better. Sadly, many people wait until the disease is progressed so far that they are unable to meaningfully participate in any of the end of life planning that is important.
@@DementiaCareblazers I decided to make end plans a long time ago. But now my durable power of attorney has dementia. I am considerably older than her. Fortunately I have a backup. However I need to get someone else too.
After my last two concussions (a day apart), I've had real problems remembering appointments and finances and problems thinking clearly and planning ... basically anything requiring executive function. iCal with it's multiple alarms has been my favorite workaround for appointments and bills. Diagramming a problem and creating a step-by-step plans is the only way I can do anything. I worry about CTE a lot as I'm having lots of problems with my brain at age 66 (7 concussions later). AND now my 89 y.o. mom with her mild dementia is moving in with us. Yuck.
That is also signs of Brain Fog as well.I suffer from Depression and I had brain fog and I thought that I was losing my mind.That was in 2014.
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Thank you, I watched it for me. I do have a few of these symptoms and it scares me
My mum has dementia. I care for her buy I realize I have a first symptoms myself. I understand how you feel.
Five years since taking my 'demented' mother in. "Dementia" is just a broad medical definition in my opinion. By 85 she had ALL of these symptoms but then again 85 is OLD! Her last appointment with the neurologist was essentially the last. They can't do anything but prescribe Doneprizil (dosen't work) or Lorazepam (👍). By now luckily shes pretty docile and most importantly we have adapted..
Yes, dementia is such a broad term that covers A LOT! I'm happy to hear you and your mom have adapted.
By 85 one in two on average will get DIMENTIA.
My doctor told me that if l Thought that l had Dementia or Alzheimer's, that l don't. People with these health conditions believe that nothing is wrong. Memory can lessen with age, that is Not a sign of having either one of these Diseases. Good to know; gives peace of mind! : )
Bull if you have any of these you have it. There are also many older people into their 70 that have great memories and are still sharp
I have a couple of the symptoms, & my new doctor said it is just a part of getting older 🤗 sure Hope & Pray she's correct! Lol
In hope too also. I have bad memory also but iam 29 i hope i dont have a disease. I will go to the doctor when i get insurance from my new job
Lilly Wiggles dementia is NOT the same as forgetting where you put your keys and then remembering. Dementia is putting your keys in the freezer and leaving them there not recognizing them as keys. Dementia is making coffee but not remembering to add water, a necessary step. Dementia is starting the teakettle to boil water for tea and leaving it to burn but not knowing that you did that, possibly denying that you were ever in the kitchen. It’s turning the garden hose on to water the plants altho it just rained. It’s raking leaves in the dark, it’s eating out of the garbage, it’s forgetting to wipe your bum or wash your hands or how to use a fork, it’s a constant state of life in a fog of disconnected faces, facts and events, non sequitur after non sequitur. Does that sound like normal aging to you?
Lilly Wiggles get a second opinion. Alzheimer’s dementia is NOT normal aging. Educate yourself.
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What is your opinion on concussive dementia. Caused by continouse head injuries. My husband 59 fell in a 4 month period over 20 times hitting head several. He has failed the memory test a 17 out of 30. Any suggestion on care? Is the care the same as aging dementia. I'm desperate for good info. Thank you to all that may have suggestions. Please only on concussion dementia please.
I would like to know why some people are aggressive and some people seem more mellow. Is there anything that can be done to lower the aggression?
You know I forgot how to tie my shoes the other day but I thought maybe I'm just going into my second childhood....
I think I might be getting dementia.... But I keep forgetting to go to the doctor . When I do get to the doctor's I then forget why I went there... I have nearly all those problems for about the last 40 years... Should I be worried🤔
All of the above, where do I start to have a loved one diagnosed?
My dad got lost while driving, so we had to take the keys away. He was 88.
Bingo. Thx
A definitive diagnosis of Alzheimer's should offer the option of physician assisted suicide before having to go to a nursing home. Life may usually have meaning but everyone deserves the right to decide what conditions make it n o longer meaningful.
I would agree to that also. Healthcare cost a lot of money. If you have anyting the state will take it first.
I used to frown on this euthanasia approach before. After visiting in-laws and friends who went from partial memory loss to total confusion and loss of memory for all family members , now rest in homes alive but non functional. Society has to accept this and find a solution for us all before the progression to a vegetative state. It's going to double in 30 years. Be prepared, it might be you.
Good video, but some of these seem more advanced than early. Such a sad disease.
Hearing loss can cause you to not take part in conversations and not do some activities. You should have mentioned this because hearing loss is not dementia but it makes you feel helpless and left out. They now have inexpensive hearing aids that make a big difference. There is a type of dementia caused by the thyroid no longer working. It leads to a form of dementia. When put on thyroxine, lije synthroid and cytomel, patients bounce back and are no longer "demented". There are multiple causes of dementia symptoms. Severe iron deficiency anemia will cause fatigue, forgetfulness, shakiness, lack of social activity. It's very serious. But doctors immediately say oh irs ALZ or dementia and put patients on a drug that does not work, because it's not really their brain that is causing it.
My mothers iron level was so low, she had to have infusions. Super scary.
@@missmoneypenny3303 My friend and I have had iron infusions. It's not uncommon. I can imagine it would be scary to witness, but ultimately it is just a supplement being put directly into the bloodstream, where it is needed. :-)
I’m having some of these symptoms, I’m only 21.. I’ve had an mri & eeg done already. They both came back normal
I'm sorry to hear of your symptoms. There are so many things that can look like dementia- stress, depression, vitamin deficiencies. Keep working with your doctors to get to the bottom of what you are noticing. Good luck!
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Scottish Girl thanks for that heads up! You saved me some time!
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I don’t see anything unusual that average trials of old age cause. My testosterone has been low since I was 50. No libido, but it’s not like pretty women are parading around me. I remarried at 56. But my wife is getting older too and the dents on the car are probably her. I was a professional driver for 20 yrs. not likely I would scrape curb when I could back a tractor trailer into a 14’ hole.
So what happens to folks in the USA that don't have children or relatives to help out, is there a safety net ?
I have come to understand wat depression is now that my wife has dementia
The end of the story is always the same, that in itself is a major factor in depression.
I'm 36. I have so many of these symptoms. Think I'll make a G.P appt.
I sometimes think I have dementia but there again I am remembering for both of us. Can stress give you these signs..basically short term memory but not daily. Or blanks in my mind....
Oh my goodness, Linda...stress, anxiety, lack of sleep, soooo many things can make our brains not work as well as they should. Dementia caregivers especially have a lot to manage and keep track of that it's typical for them to feel like they may be losing their own mind! If you are seriously concerned, talk to your PCP. But rest assured, you are not alone!
@@bori80 You need to see a doctor. It could be something as simple as a thyroid problem or vitamin defiencies. This video and this comment section does not have the answers you need. You are the only one that can take care of you. You know yourself better than anyone else - if something doesn't seem right, then why not seek help from a doctor soon? No one has time to see a doctor anymore but make the time to get answers and peace of mind.
@@bori80 I'm not trying to be an a-hole. I had the same symptoms in my thirties (memory loss, fatigue, etc) and it was caused by a tumor on my thyroid. I think you need to read my comment again. I said peace of mind from a "doctor's" point of view in the last part of the comment. I now certainly understand what you mean by the mood swings you state that you are having. Memory loss in the thirties can be from stress but it can be from something physical, as well. Good luck to you, as always. My heart goes out to anyone caring for someone with this disease.
Awesome video!!!! Have a Blessed Lord's Day!!!!
Thank you! You do the same!
I keep forgetting to finish watching this...
Those are more than just early warning signs.
I have a question can smoking pot for years bring early dementia?
My Mom suffered even more because her doctors didn't advise us about her low white blood cell count, which kept dropping. By the time I put it together that she had a compromised immune system, it was too late. Please do this one thing, if you have not. Go on the web profile of your loved one and look at their medical history. It may seem daunting, like it did to me. But, if there's anything glaringly obvious it will stand out. DO NOT expect the doctors to mention these things, or the possible treatments. Also, if you have ANY APPREHENSIONS about a doctor, switch them out IMMEDIATELY. It might make all the difference. I was overwhelmed and confused about which course/s of action to take. Mom, kept losing weight and it turned out she had an affected thyroid and white blood cell production complications. There are medications that may have helped but the doctors never mentioned a peep. They just treated us like we were an inconvenience and treated my beautiful Mom like she was a dunce. She was very educated and quite knowledgeable, but her illness debilitated her cognitively. It was horrible and I wish I had requested new doctors when I first thought I should. Please go on the hospital website and login to your loved one's profile. Read over it carefully. Some of it is not easy to decipher, but there are some things that will likely jump out at you. Follow through on all of that, ask questions because the doctors for whatever reasons, will sometimes just sit on that info hoping that you won't dig it up.
My wife of 40 years says if I had dementia no one would notice since I have been showing these signs since I was 19 years old.
I'm not finding the video of how to get my loved one to the doctor for testing.
Help please. Thank you so much.
I,m 80 but still know right from wrong
I miss my 3Children, where are you guys at now?!
Joe Biden should watch this.
So many of these sound like depression also.
You are absolutely correct and that is one of the reasons going through with an initial dementia assessment is worthwhile to rule out other possible causes. Thank you for your comment. This gives me an idea for another video.
Melinda Smith depression and anxiety can be part of the dementia not necessarily stand alone conditions but part of the disease. Sundowning for example, negative behavioral changes as the day wanes and odd insomniac behavior that may lead to depression due to lack of sleep. Poor nutrition and dehydration - generalized self neglect - may also depress the mood.
ADHD/ ADD : the symptoms you’re mentioning sound allot like attention deficiency with or without hyperactivity. I understand why one needs to be tested by an expert in the field of dementia. There are also medications for mental illness, like depression and anxiety, that cause memory problems. Dementia terrifies people.
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I am severely anemic and have no iron stores due to bleeding slowly somewhere in my body. This causes major fatigue and mental fatigue. It's not even close to being demented but makes me feel so tired I don't want to do anything social. So a blood test for someone displaying the symptoms of dementia is a must. Iron infusions will help. I am doing that. You can die from severe anemia. we are trying to find the damaged area. Too many NSAIDS can cause slow bleeding. Most of these symptoms can have multiple causes. Thyroid dementia is also so common, most nursing homes are filled with thyroid patients who need Thyroxine. Suddenly they are alert and can go back home!
mum has some of these but diagnosed as dementia
I’m so glad I don’t have dementia, now where did I put the keys to my horse...
That is so funny LOL
So funny I forgot to laugh.
I am 55 years old and I'm seriously worried about me being in the onset of dementia. My mom has it and has most likely suffered with it for many years.
I have many of the symptoms listed. But I may just be paranoid. But I forget things that I would never forget and I struggle to find the right words or names. I'm almost afraid to talk to people for fear that they will think I'm nuts.
I'm really scared! But my husband is not very concerned and thinks I am overly concerned and it's stress related. I feel panicked all the time. Head feels foogy.
I say things that I'd never say to others and do things that are abnormal for me... I used to keep a spotless house but now I'm almost hoarding. Was wonderful at finances and saving but now over spend by leaps and bounds.
I lose stuff all the time. I often go into rooms and forget what I was there for and honestly never remember afterward.
Is it hormonal? I've had the change of life about 4 years ago and that's when my memory really began suffering. I repeat things over and over again. It's irritating. I talk out loud (without even realizing I'm doing) when no one is in the room just to get things off my chest and I don't have to see my sweet husbands questioning expressions.
I don't recognize the real me and I feel like a stranger!
Menopause..don't worry I was terrible but I'm getting back to normal started at 50 on 55 now .memory better .more active
No depression..
Check your B12 level...also get your Calcium, Vit D, and PTH (parathyroid hormone) levels checked...same blood draw ....some symptoms can be caused from problems with these imbalances
Blood pressure pills did that to me, specially when the doctor put me on Valsartan! It got scary!
Try MCT oil (medium chain triglycerides), there are many studies that show it helps with memory and many other concerns.
Tests cost a LOT of money. What is the point of formal diagnosis? No insurance pays for the long term care!
That is a common belief! My video tomorrow- feb. 17th talks about whether it really is necessary to get testing.
My mother have Vascular dementia and has it for 4 years now. I'm her caregiver. There are few symptoms that she has. Knitting and crocheting frustrates her. Before she had strokes (3), she was so well advanced on knitting and crocheting. Now, she could only do basic or beginner's skills. Following the the instructions confuses her.
Debbi Jackson mm,mm.
A stroke alone can cause those types of problems.
Does a person going through this KNOW or realize they're having these issues? My mom gets so angry any time i even hint at discussing some of what i witnessed. I seriously doubt she would ever admit or agree to investigating with a doctor (especially with me there). She is almost hyper defensive about this happening to her.
Its a long story tho.
Is falling in one's apt a sign ?
My granddaughter was driving. Saw a bug and stopped the car. Jumped out without putting in park. Fell and the car ran over her leg. Now if I had done that my car keys would be taken and I'd be in the dang nursing home! 😊
She must have some incredible eyesight to see a bug on the road and stop in time to avoid it.
@@whiteknightcat funny...the bug was on the dash..
She was jumping out to get away
Why get checked out. Can’t do anything about it anyway!
I read an article about dementia from a doctor her husband had dementia and she start giving him cocosoil in the morning and the evening 1 dinnerspoon and the husband is getting much better now!!!
Stop spamming this BS.
Coconut oil is a good, saturated fat and it has medium chain triglycerides which are good for brain health.
Doing veggie with fruit juicing,high powered juicer (for the hard veggie like carrots) buy juicing book. can find with formulas like Fresh Vegetable and Fruit Juicing by ND. Walker. . grind walnuts in coffee grinder (brain, nerves and heart need Omega-3) Blueberries, coconut oil. Heard also of Lion's Mane advertised via Christian channel on t.v. And stop, start dropping foods that are processed, avoid lots sugar, exercise.
I’ve had all these symptoms since I was in school
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The cholinesterase inhibitors are one of the treatments for dementia
The Cholinesterase inhibitors work by boosting the chemical messages that has to do with memory and judgement.
I’ve got all that stuff
Oh goody. Got 5 out of however many there were.
Get rid of your aluminium poisoning. That is the cause. Stomach tablets and vaccinations contain aluminium.
Your Last text screen: “personality”is spelled wrong
Most men normally are like what you listed. For years and years and years. Are we women enabling them throughout our relationship (s) with them? Asking for.a friend
I’m sorry but I can’t find the link on how to get them to a Dr.
Here you go! I hope this helps. ua-cam.com/video/-bg1W1LDmTM/v-deo.html
I'm 51 years old, and I have Bipolar disorder, Ive taken seroquel for more than 10 years . So no new meds causing problems. I've been having episodes of being at home and not knowing where I am. And while driving, forgetting how to start car and forgetting how to stop car. Is this dementia? My dad past away at 67 years old, he had dementia.
Hard to tell. Get it checked just in case
I'd say read the list of long term effects of taking antipsychotics... They are not black box warnings drugs for nothing. All research on them concludes they have perhaps some beneficial effects in 6-12 week trials. They have rarely been tested beyond that (with no randomised control trials) and in fact when they are, the long term defecits, tardive dyskinesia, shrinkage of grey matter in the brain, permanent cognitive decline, diabetes, weight gain, heart issues are all being stored up.
The drug you been taking is dangerous, damaging even brain. start doing veggie and fruit juicing, eat walnuts (omega 3 for brain, nerves and heart), make sure B-complex vitamins, Vit D from Sun, Vit C. Actual fruit juices mixed eith veggies. not store bought sugared juices. Eat some unrefined coconut oil. Avoid pastries, cakes breads that have datum, bromine and gluten. Eat blueberries. Read Word of God, pray! Do activities you like. Exercise. Seek godly friendships. Also, i heard of people reversing dementia/Alzheimers. Look up videos about it, what to do. Also i heard of Lion's Mane on chrisrian tv channel, you can order and take. Changing how, what you eat can heal you.
My LO fidgets with her hair & finger combs her hair to the point of hair getting removed. She puts it in the garbage pail next to her chair. She doesn’t seem to realize she does this. When I’ve seen her w/this behavior I’ve asked if she was feeling nervous or anxious or if she was worried as well as asking how she was feeling at the moment. To all & different times she is content & not any of those emotions. Her Dr just said it could be all of those things or just boredom & even possibly just her hair thinning due to age. Family is concerned too. Is this an Alzheimer’s behavior? Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
Hands must stay busy for some people. Replace her current interest (hair tearing) with something more stable. Maybe a small stuffed animal? Of course you should engage with her in that initial stage. But....might be her head just itches due to dry or oily hair??
@MGS, Hi, I'm 78 yo, how the hell would any doctor know, they are just guessing. I can't get dementia because i'm the driver in our house and she needs me around to drive her to work and back and to take her out on her days off. Lol. Bob, New Zealand.
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My brother in his late 50s is a mental health patient( takes meds for schizophrenia) and he is much improved, leading a fairly normal life, not fully independent but doing okay. We have noticed a disruption in his memory( e.g, time of day) and deterioration in walking speed (he walks very slowly with a gait/shuffle)and sleeping for hours daytime.
Also he has had trouble dressing for bedtime and has fallen over several times. A brain scan showed no signs of Parkinsons which is what we thought it may have been. We have to go back to the doctor to rule out (or in) dementia.