Dementia is a general term used to describe a decline in cognitive ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. It affects memory, thinking, language, and the ability to perform everyday tasks. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, but there are other types, such as vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and Lewy body dementia.
Symptoms of dementia may include:
- Memory loss (forgetting recent events or conversations)
- Difficulty with problem-solving or complex tasks
- Confusion about time or place
- Changes in mood or behavior
- Difficulty with speaking or understanding language
- Misplacing items or losing the ability to retrace steps
Dementia is progressive, meaning the symptoms generally worsen over time. While there is currently no cure for most types of dementia, early diagnosis and treatment can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life for both patients and caregivers.
If you have any specific questions about dementia, feel free to ask!