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May 13, 2017 · Dementia is a progressive deterioration of intellect, behavior and personality caused by diseases of the brain. The most common causes are Alzheimer's disease (~60% of cases) and cerebrovascular disease (~20% of cases). Dementia is not a single disease but an overall term for loss of brain function.
Jan 24, 2016 · Dementia is a chronic organic brain syndrome characterized by global cognitive impairment. It is most commonly seen in the elderly and causes include Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia. Dementia is classified and progresses through mild, moderate, and severe stages.
Jul 29, 2020 · The presentation outlines the main types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and Lewy body dementia. It discusses diagnosis, risk factors, pathogenesis, and management of behavioral symptoms with antipsychotics.
basic facts about dementia and its prevalence. how dementia affects patients and people around them. how we can help reduce the patient distress and caregiver burden. Note: This presentation was prepared for use by persons conducting dementia awareness programs in India.
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Mar 15, 2019 · Dementia: The Basics. What is dementia? What are the types of dementia? What are the stages? Treatment?. Normal Aging…or Symptoms of Mental Illness …or an Age-Related Disease Process?. There are widespread misconceptions about what happens to us cognitively as we age. Slideshow 6140419 by...
Dementia is a serious brain disease that affects memory, ability to make decisions, daily functioning, as well as mood and behavior. There are many different medical problems that can cause dementia.
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Apr 20, 2013 · MANAGEMENT OF DEMENTIA Jonathan T. Stewart, MD Professor in Psychiatry University of South Florida College of Medicine Chief, Geropsychiatry Section Bay Pines VA Medical Center. DEMENTIA • Affects 10% of Americans over 65 • Fourth most common cause of death • Only 10% of cases are reversible or arrestable.
