10 Early Warning Signs & Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease

Typical Age-Related Memory Loss vs. Alzheimer's

The Alzheimer’s Association says it’s normal for people to occasionally have memory lapses as they age. For example, a healthy person may forget the name of someone he or she just met, while people with dementia may forget the name of a longtime friend. The following table, taken from the Alzheimer’s Association website, contrasts typical age-related memory loss with signs of Alzheimer’s:

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