Tip of the Day: Concentration Lapses and Alzheimer's

Trouble with concentration and working with numbers may be warning signs.

ByABC News via logo
March 19, 2010, 1:49 PM

May 6, 2010— -- No one said managing your monthly bills was easy. But if you're having trouble concentrating and working with numbers, it may be an early sign of Alzheimer's.

Of course, not all problems with concentration can be attributed to the disease. Other factors -- even simple stress -- can lead to similar difficulties. Talk to your doctor if the problems you are experiencing do not abate or worsen to find out if they are a possible warning sign of Alzheimer's.

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