Experts have warned of a red flag dementia sign that can be spotted in a person’s home. The Alzheimer’s Association explained that someone with dementia may place items in unusual places and then struggle to retrace their steps to find them. Another key sign is related to a person’s familiarity with their home’s layout. Even … Read more
Spotting signs of dementia is important as a diagnosis can help a person understand what is happening to them and how to manage and live with the condition. As a consultant psychiatrist, Dr Jaleel Mohammed’s job is to diagnose and treat mental health conditions. While dementia affects people in different ways, he took to his … Read more
A dementia expert has revealed the exact age at which people should stop drinking alcohol. Dr Richard Restak, in his new book ‘The Complete Guide to Memory’, describes alcohol as a “direct neurotoxin” and urges people to reconsider their relationship with drink. From the age of 65, Dr Restak suggests that alcohol should be completely … Read more
Spotting the symptoms of dementia early can ensure an accurate diagnosis and allow you to use treatments more effectively. In his recently-released book, How To Prevent Dementia, neurologist and author Dr Richard Restak shared the lesser-known signs of dementia to look out for. He said “in most cases, an onset event or starting point [for … Read more
