What is dementia?
Dementia is characterized by mental decline. Certain parts of the brain, particularly the hippocampus, begin to shrink. The term "dementia" encompasses a range of symptoms affecting memory, cognitive abilities, and behavior.
Early signs of dementia
Here are six warning signs to watch out for:
- Difficulty organizing and planning: Individuals may have difficulty organizing tasks or developing complex plans.
- Personality change: Behavioral or emotional changes may occur.
- Constipation: Incredibly, constipation is an early sign due to the strong connection between the gut and the brain.
- Sensory dysfunction: This term encompasses problems with taste, smell, sight, hearing, or appetite.
- Language problems: Difficulty finding words, repetition of sentences or mixing up words.
- Difficulty orienting oneself: Inability to navigate in new places.
Preventing dementia
It is essential to act quickly by adopting these measures to prevent dementia:
