Dr. Thara Rangaswamy of SCARF NGO reports that over 8.8 million people in India live with dementia, noting that early symptoms are frequently dismissed as normal age-related forgetfulness.
The five key warning signs include repeating the same questions, misplacing items in illogical places, difficulty finding familiar words, struggling with routine tasks, and disorientation regarding dates or locations.
The expert emphasizes that while these signs do not guarantee a dementia diagnosis, they warrant a professional medical evaluation by a neurologist or geriatrician to ensure timely care and management.