How to understand by handwriting that a person is prone to dementia

By dementia, doctors mean several diseases associated with brain disorders. The most common subtype of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. It is this diagnosis that is associated not only with neurological disorders, but also with the genetic predisposition of a person.

Scientists around the world are actively studying issues related to dementia, its diagnosis and the possibilities of prevention and treatment. So researchers at the University of Tsukuba in Japan have determined that the first signs of cognitive impairment can be seen in the way a person writes.

What to look for when evaluating writing:

According to Japanese scientists, the presence of these signs when writing can indicate the development of problems with the functioning of the brain.

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“It is also important to be careful if the person has minor memory problems, such as repeating the same question over and over and remembering recent events. Early detection of mild signs of mental illness can delay the development of dementia,” says study author Professor Tetsuaki Arai.