Alzheimer’s doesn’t always start with forgetfulness—here are the early signs you should be aware of

1. Difficulties in thinking and making decisions

An early warning sign can be that everyday thinking suddenly becomes more difficult. Things that used to be taken for granted suddenly take more time or seem confusing.

This can include someone having problems making decisions, planning simple processes or correctly categorizing information. Understanding conversations or following a simple explanation can also become more difficult.

Sometimes relatives notice it first. The affected person seems more insecure, needs more help or loses track of things more quickly. This does not necessarily mean Alzheimer’s, but should be taken seriously if it happens more and more frequently.