confused, or sleeping all day)
Anti-aging supplements
Brain changes wreck the internal clock long before memory fails.
Red flags:
- Sundowning (agitation in late afternoon/evening)
- Day-night reversal
- Wandering at night
- Acting out dreams (punching, kicking in sleep)
Poor sleep accelerates brain plaque buildup — creating a vicious cycle.
8. Withdrawal from Hobbies & Social Life
(The book club regular who suddenly “just isn’t up for it”)
Loss of interest isn’t laziness — it’s the brain quietly retreating.
Common pattern:
- Quitting golf, cards, or church events
- Avoiding friends because “I might say something stupid”
- No longer enjoying grandchildren’s visits
Social isolation doubles dementia progression speed.
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