Understanding dementia

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How to Tell if Your Parent Has Dementia

Understanding dementia

How to Tell if Your Parent Has Dementia

on Apr 23 2026
Forgetting where you put your keys is normal. Forgetting how to get home is not. This article walks through the key warning signs that may indicate a loved one is living with dementia, from memory and language changes to shifts in judgment and social withdrawal, and when it's time to seek a formal assessment.