The age of 65 is when a person's risk of Alzheimer's doubles every five years
The GMTV host was diagnosed with the most common form of dementia 18 months ago, after mistaking her brain fog for an intense menopause. According to Alzheimer's UK, age 65 is when a person's risk of Alzheimer's doubles every five years, but those younger can still develop early onset dementia.
Top Health Stories Today 2. Poor judgement Alzheimer's also affects people’s judgement and decision-making ability. This could manifest as bad financial decisions, poor hygiene or socially inappropriate actions. Top Life Hack Stories Today 4. Changes in mood People who have Alzheimer’s may suffer from anxiety or mood changes, and become agitated or upset in both normal situations and when out of their comfort zone. This can also lead to withdrawal from social activities and hobbies.
Top Trending Stories Today 6. Confusion with time/place Unfortunately people with Alzheimer’s may struggle with the particular dates, seasons, years, and the passing of time in general.
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