10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s

1. Memory loss that disrupts daily life.

2. Challenges in planning or solving problems.

3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, work or in leisure.

4. Confusion with time or place.

5. Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships.

6. New problems with words in speaking or writing.

7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps.

8. Decreased or poor judgment.

9. Withdrawal from work or social activities.

10. Changes in mood or personality.

Source: Alzheimer’s Association

This story was originally published September 6, 2011 at 12:00 AM with the headline "10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s."