The dementia is a general term for a decreased mental capacity severe enough to interfere with daily life. This may include changes in Memorythe thought and the Language. The Alzheimer’s is the most common cause dementia and is a specific disease, dementia is not. Learning the two terms and the difference between them is important and can give people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, their families and caregivers the knowledge to treat the disease.
What is dementia?
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The word “dementia” does not refer to a specific condition. In exchange, describes symptoms caused by a decline in brain function. This means that our brain does not work as well as before. Symptoms may include thinking and reasoning problemsas good as behavioral changes. Dementia is not the same as “occasional forgetfulness” which often occurs in old age, but it is more likely to affect older people. It can be caused by many different conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease.
What is Alzheimer’s disease?
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Alzheimer’s disease affects nerve cells. These nerve cells act as messengers between the brain and the rest of the body. When the connections between cells are damaged in Alzheimer’s disease, it causes problems in the way we think, plan, reason, and remember. Although Alzheimer’s disease is a cause of dementia, you will often hear it referred to as a type or form of dementia.
What are the symptoms of dementia?
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Anyone with dementia will experience symptoms differently. Also depends on what causes dementia. Most symptoms of dementia fall into three categories: difficulty remembering, thinking, and speaking. For example, to be forgetful, become easily disoriented and repeat questions. O have trouble remembering words and having conversations. Difficulty completing daily activities. For example, having difficulty taking care of yourself or your home, or getting lost in familiar places. Emotional issues and behavioral changes. For example, becoming withdrawn, anxious, restless and having trouble sleeping. Sometimes people with Alzheimer’s disease have trouble communicating how they feel because of changes in their brains, which can cause frustration and angerwhich can lead to act aggressively if they feel scared, upset, or confused.
What are the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease?
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If you have Alzheimer’s disease, the first symptom is usually memory problems. You may also lose interest in your favorite activities or hobbies. Other early symptoms may include difficulty performing daily tasks there feeling more irritable than usual. Alzheimer tends to develop gradually. Over time, symptoms tend to get worse and new ones may appear. Over time you may become more confused and have difficulty planning and following instructions. In the later stages of Alzheimer’s disease, more severe symptoms may appear. This may include hallucinations, difficulty swallowing and difficulty moving.