When people think about Alzheimer’s Disease, the first symptom that comes to mind is usually memory loss. However, experts say some early warning signs can appear in everyday activities, sometimes in surprising placesālike during a shower.
One lesser-known symptom involves difficulty performing simple, familiar tasks that were once automatic.
š§ A Condition Called āApraxiaā
Neurologists often link this behavior to Apraxia.
Apraxia affects the brainās ability to plan and organize movements, even though the muscles themselves work normally.
For example, a person may:
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Forget the order of washing their body