Dementia
Dementia is a loss of mental ability memory, judgment, and ability to think. While there are numerous causes of dementia, Alzheimer's disease is the most common. For someone with dementia, life is confusing; it's difficult to remember so many things; personality may change. Medication can help control behavior problems, and some drugs can slow the rate of decline.
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- Q Can I suffer from more than one type of dementia?
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There are several different types of dementia, and it is possible to suffer from more than one at the same time. This is a disorder called mixed dementia. Generally, it refers to simultaneous occurrences of Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia in a... Full Answer
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- Q Is dementia a normal part of aging?
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No, dementia is not a normal part of aging. While your chances of developing the disorder do greatly increase with age, it's not an inevitable part of getting older. In fact, dementia only occurs in about half of people who live to the age of 100. Full Answer
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