There are many variables associated with dementia symptoms and there isn't a consistent pattern to the way individuals are impacted by dementia. A person is impacted by their condition in different ways at each stage of the disease. In order to be diagnosed with a type of dementia, the patient should go through neurological evaluations and cognitive testing. This will help doctors determine the rate of cognitive decline and possible therapy for the individual.
Common symptoms associated with dementia are:
Trouble completing everyday tasks like cooking or cleaning
Inability to find things that have been misplaced
Decreased ability to focus and pay attention
Confusion or disorientation, especially about the day or time
Personality and mood changes
Struggling to communicate verbally or in writing
Decreased judgment and reasoning
Inability to adapt to change
Problems with visual perception (i.e., accurately judging distances)
Loss of motivation, apathy, and withdrawal