What Are the First Signs of Early-Onset Alzheimer’s?

Alzheimer’s isn’t just an elderly person’s disease—it can develop in people as young as 40 or 50. This is called early-onset Alzheimer’s, and it accounts for about 5-10% of all cases.
Early Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Before 65
- Frequent memory lapses – Forgetting recent events or repeating questions often.
- Struggling with problem-solving – Difficulty with numbers, managing finances, or organizing tasks.
- Language problems – Trouble finding the right words or following conversations.
- Changes in mood and personality – Increased anxiety, depression, or withdrawal from loved ones.
- Misplacing objects in unusual places – Such as putting keys in the fridge.
How Is Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Different?
- Progresses faster than late-onset cases.
- Often misdiagnosed as stress or depression.
- More likely to be genetic, especially in people with a family history.
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