An impaired ability to drive occurs early in the course of Alzheimer's disease Alzheimer's disease
A neurological disease that affects memory and behaviour. It is characterized by beta-amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in the brain. There is no known cause but genetics and lifestyle are thought to play a role.. As a general rule, many people with early dementia should not drive. No one with moderate or severe Alzheimer's disease should drive.