Some forms of dementia can affect behavior and judgment particularly strongly.
### 9. Frequently Losing Everyday Objects in Unusual Places
Misplacing keys occasionally is normal.
A more concerning pattern is repeatedly finding items in places that make little sense, such as:
* keys in the refrigerator
* a wallet in a kitchen cabinet
* remote controls in unusual drawers
* food stored outside the kitchen
The person may also be unable to retrace their steps to determine where the item went.
# 13 Classic Symptoms of Dementia to Watch For
As cognitive decline progresses, symptoms often