Forgetfulness can happen at any age. But for older adults, memory lapses provoke anxiety and thoughts like “Is this normal or a sign of something more serious?” So today we’re sharing three early signs of dementia you shouldn’t ignore to help you decide if you or a loved one needs an evaluation by a doctor.

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