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

3. Changes in behavior

Alzheimer’s can affect not only memory, but also behavior and mood. Some people become more suspicious, more anxious or more withdrawn.

It can also happen that those affected misjudge things or accuse others of something, even though there is no clear reason for this. Such changes are often particularly difficult for relatives to understand.

It is important to note that these reactions are not simply “bad behavior”. They can be an expression of something changing in the brain and the person perceiving the situation differently.

If such changes occur again or become more pronounced, they should not be ignored.