Geriatrician Leslie Kernisan, MD MPH, covers 21 signs that families sometimes assume are "normal aging," but in fact are usually signs of a brain health disorder. #aging #brain #paranoia #memoryloss

Learn why it's not normal for an older person to become paranoid, start making false accusations, start repeating stories, and more.

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Video chapters:
0:00 Signs that could be early Alzheimer's
0:26 When it's useful to check for these symptoms
1:55 For more help with these signs
2:18 What to ask yourself when checking for these signs
2:43 Behaviors that are not normal aging
6:47 The AD8 Informant Signs for possible Alzheimer's
7:31 More signs and behaviors that can be signs of a brain health disorder
13:59 Is it depression, anxiety, or something more?
15:02 How to use this list of signs

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Learn proven ways to manage common health problems that affect older adults on Dr. Kernisan's website, podcast, and now on YouTube.

She also has a special interest in addressing common concerns and dilemmas about how to help older parents and other aging relatives. Through her Helping Older Parents online courses and programs, she provides practical guidance along with realtime access to herself and other geriatrics experts.

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