Dementia symptoms aren't always obvious, especially in the beginning, but a clock-drawing test which can be done at home can be a good indicator that someone needs to speak to a GP
There is currently no cure for dementia, the broad term used to describe loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other cognitive-abilities, but getting an early diagnosis is still important so someone can get the correct treatment and support.
Jesus Ramirez-Bermudez, a neuropsychiatrist with Mexico's National Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery, highlighted its ease on X/Twitter: "Clock drawing. It remains one of the easiest and cheapest ways to identify patients with mental/behavioural disorders who require further neurological and neuropsychological workup."
According to UK Dementia Directory, the test should be judged by points, and the person gets one point for the following:
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