Symptoms
There are a variety of symptoms that are caused by Alzheimer's
Memory
The most obvious and common symptoms have to do with memory. It is typically the case where people affected can remember specific parts of their childhood, but don’t remember what happened one hour ago. This can be scary for patients and lead to other reactions, which we'll talk about in a moment. Other symptoms involve the loss of memory in the brain. This means that the brain can forget how to move a certain way and motor skills, how to do basic tasks like making a meal or doing laundry, and remembering what are socially acceptable ways to behave
Emotions
Anger
Everyone reacts differently to what is going on in their brain. Many become angry and frustrated that they don’t remember much or can’t do what they once loved. This results in yelling, destruction, and acting out. They act much like a baby without a pacifier. This can become scary for those watching them.
Sadness
Other ways patients react is to become saddened by their memory loss. This results in crying, excessive sadness, and loss of hope. People can feel depressed and it becomes hard to get out of bed or do what once made them happy.
Fear
Many become frightened about what’s going on in their brain. It causes feelings of anxiety, which is when you’re scared of the future because you don’t know what will happen next. It can cause patients to not trust their loved ones or support team. Some will try to run away to try and find their “home”. Typically, this fear leads to anger or sadness.
Some symptoms are not always okay
While every patient's reactions are valid to what’s going on, there are some behaviors that are not safe or necessary. When your grandparent looks as though they will hurt you, themselves, or someone else, go get help from your parents or an adult.
