What makes this story so strange is that the Muslim terrorist wannbe, known to authorities as having been radicalized, has not been jailed, but has been hospitalized for “dementia.” How many 23 year olds have you ever heard of having dementia* – primarily an old person’s disease?

*Early signs of dementia may include simple forgetfulness, losing items, and problems performing tasks or activities that were previously done without effort. Difficulty with learning new material is frequently one of the earliest signs of dementia. Many patients with early Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias are unaware that they have any problem. As the disease progresses, behavioral changes can become evident. Patients have difficulty performing basic tasks, such as getting dressed or using the bathroom. Some patients begin to forget pieces of information about themselves, including their address or telephone number, or even their date of birth. They may have difficulty understanding what is occurring around them.