Dementia, The Facts

Dementia, the facts:​

1. Dementia is not a normal part of aging.While some cognitive changes can occur with age, significant cognitive decline is not inevitable and should be investigated.

2. Definition of dementia:Dementia is a condition in which cognitive impairment significantly affects day-to-day functioning, including activities at home, mobility, appetite, weight, and psychological well-being.

3. Causes of dementia:Dementia can arise from many causes. One of the most common causes is Alzheimer’s disease.

4. Alzheimer’s disease history:Alzheimer’s disease was first described by German psychiatrist Alois Alzheimer, who observed the symptoms in a patient at a psychiatric hospital. He later published his findings after studying the patient’s brain post-mortem.

5. Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease:There is currently no cure, but some treatments may help slow the progression of symptoms and improve quality of life.

6. Dementia and dysphagia:Dementia, being a neurodegenerative disorder, is often closely linked with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), which can affect nutrition and overall health.