Discover 9 Early Signs of Dementia Few People Notice and 13 Classic Symptoms to Watch For

Vision problems should also be evaluated by an eye-care professional because many eye conditions can cause similar difficulties.

## 8. Poorer Judgment

A person may make increasingly unusual or unsafe decisions.

Examples include:

* giving away large sums of money
* falling repeatedly for scams
* neglecting household safety
* wearing inappropriate clothing for the weather
* making risky decisions they would previously have avoided

## 9. Withdrawal From Work or Social Activities

Following conversations or remembering rules may become exhausting.

As a result, someone may gradually avoid:

* social gatherings
* hobbies
* sports
* volunteering
* work responsibilities
* family events