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

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