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== How to recognise early dementia == | == How to recognise early dementia == | ||
<br>It is understandable to find yourself concerned about the possibiliy of dementia as a loved one ages. However, there are some aspects of the usual aging process that may be confused for signs of dementia. Table 1 below sets out some of the early signs of dementia and compares them to normal aging. | <br>It is understandable to find yourself concerned about the possibiliy of dementia as a loved one ages. However, there are some aspects of the usual aging process that may be confused for signs of dementia. Table 1 below sets out some of the early signs of dementia and compares them to normal aging. | ||
<br> | It is worth noting that half of all cases of dementia are thought to be due to Alzheimers disease while one tenth are due to stroke. In some cases it may be due to another disease (e.g. Huntington's) or from a head injury. <br> | ||
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Carers Guide to Dementia [edit | edit source]
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Facts & Figures[edit | edit source]
Dementia is a disease of the brain which is progressive and degenerative in nature. It is characterised by alterations in reasoning, memory, comprehension, problem-solving, or attention. It is a disease which is seen more in older people but is not a part of the normal ageing process [1]. 750,000 people are living with dimentia in the UK at present. This figure is expected to double over the next 30 years. 25% of hospital bed are occupied by an individual over the age of 65 with dementia [2].
This resource will help you to:[edit | edit source]
- Recall the different stages of dementia and recognise where your loved one is within this model.
- Differentiate between the ‘normal’ aging process and the typical signs and symptoms of dementia.
- Recognize other conditions that may co-exist alongside dementia.
- Identify strategies and techniques that enable you to help your loved one in optimizing their independence and quality of life.
- Identify dementia services and resources that would be appropriate for different stages of dementia.
- Relate the information in this resource to their individual circumstances.
Recognition [edit | edit source]
How to recognise early dementia[edit | edit source]
It is understandable to find yourself concerned about the possibiliy of dementia as a loved one ages. However, there are some aspects of the usual aging process that may be confused for signs of dementia. Table 1 below sets out some of the early signs of dementia and compares them to normal aging.
It is worth noting that half of all cases of dementia are thought to be due to Alzheimers disease while one tenth are due to stroke. In some cases it may be due to another disease (e.g. Huntington's) or from a head injury.
What to expect [edit | edit source]
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