Dementia

Apathy Might be a Warning Sign for Dementia

Apathy Might Be a Warning Sign for Dementia

If you notice ongoing apathy in a loved one, get it checked out.

Through no fault of their own, people who were once motivated, purposeful and caring may develop deep apathy that affects every aspect of their personality. They show less and less interest in favorite activities, work obligations, household tasks, punctuality, personal appearance or other people’s feelings.

Older and even middle-aged adults can become uncharacteristically blasé as a forerunner to dementia, years before clear-cut signs appear. See what experts are learning about the apathy-dementia connection, and how family members try to cope in this difficult situation.

Excerpt from MSN. read the full story here

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