Which of the following is a common symptom of Early Stage Dementia?

• A. Memory lapses
• B. Severe memory loss that affects recognizing loved ones
• C. Difficulty with language
• D. Loss of appetite

Answer: (A)

In the early stage of dementia, memory lapses are among the most common signs. People often notice brief forgetfulness—like misplacing items, forgetting recent conversations, or needing reminders for appointments—while still managing daily activities. The option describing severe memory loss affecting recognition of loved ones points to a much later, more advanced stage, when daily functioning is more noticeably impaired. Language difficulties can occur but are typically milder in the early stage, while appetite changes aren’t a defining early symptom and can stem from many other factors.