have trouble calculating change
* make unusual purchases
* become more vulnerable to scams
The important clue is a change from how the person previously managed finances.
### 4. Losing the Thread of a Conversation
Someone may still speak normally but increasingly struggle to follow longer conversations.
They may:
* forget what was being discussed
* ask for information to be repeated
* suddenly change topics
* stop participating in group conversations
Hearing loss can produce similar behavior, so hearing should also be assessed.
### 5. Using Vague Words More Often
Early language changes can be subtle.
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