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Increased frustration during conversations
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Withdrawing from social situations due to communication challenges
6. Misplacing Things and Losing the Ability to Retrace Steps
Putting items in unusual places (keys in the freezer, wallet in the sugar bowl) and being unable to backtrack to find them—sometimes accusing others of stealing—can be a red flag.
🔍 What to watch for:
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Hiding items for “safekeeping” and forgetting
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Increased suspicion about missing belongings
7. Decreased or Poor Judgment
Changes in decision-making—like giving large sums to telemarketers, neglecting personal hygiene, or dressing inappropriately for the weather—may reflect shifting judgment.
🔍 What to watch for:
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Uncharacteristic financial choices
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Reduced awareness of personal safety or grooming
