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Does Parkinson Disease Cause A Person To Forget Things, Does It Change Personality

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November 9
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Yes, Parkinson's disease can cause cognitive and behavioral changes. Here are some key points:

- Cognitive Impairment: People with Parkinson's may experience issues with planning, attention, and motivation sooner than memory problems. Between 18% and 41% of people with Parkinson's develop dementia or some form of cognitive Show Full Answer

Yes, Parkinson's disease can cause cognitive and behavioral changes. Here are some key points:

- Cognitive Impairment: People with Parkinson's may experience issues with planning, attention, and motivation sooner than memory problems. Between 18% and 41% of people with Parkinson's develop dementia or some form of cognitive decline.
- Memory Problems: Some medications for Parkinson's, like anticholinergics, can affect memory, especially in older adults.
- Behavioral Changes: Parkinson's can lead to irritability, impulsivity, and other behavioral changes. Sleep issues, which are common in Parkinson's, are also associated with cognitive decline.

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