3. Social Isolation
A person with Alzheimer’s can become aware of their memory problems and therefore become embarrassed. As they start to have trouble following conversations, they can also become suspicious of others.
These problems can make them withdraw from work, social settings, or hobbies that were previously important. It’s important to note that avoidance behavior typically worsens as the disease progresses.
Keep an eye on any significant changes in the social life of your loved one. While feeling weary of social obligations, work, and family is actually normal as we age, if they start to seem uninterested in work and lose their passion for hobbies as well as show other signs of dementia, that’s a clear sign they need a medical evaluation.
