Balancing a checkbook can be chal- lenging for many people. Calculations may be impossible for a person with Alzheimer's disease. Everyone temporarily misplaces a wallet or keys. A person with Alzheimer's puts keys in inappropriate places, such as a sugar bowel or freezer and totally forgets where it was put. Changes in mood or behavior.
Every person experiences a broad range of emotions.
People with Alzheimer's tend to exhibit more rapid mood swings for no apparent reason. Changes in personality. People's personalities may change somewhat as they age. A person with Alzheimer's will change dramatically, either suddenly or over a period of time. Loss of initiative.