What Are Alzheimer's & Dementia?

Alzheimer's and dementia affect a growing number of adults. The costs associated with treating these conditions continue to grow and more and more people are diagnosed.

Alzheimer's Explained

Alzheimer's is a progressive brain disease that gradually destroys brain cells. This leads to the inability to function independently. Alzheimer's is the leading cause of dementia.

Dementia Explained

Dementia is a term that describes a group of symptoms that may appear in certain conditions or diseases. Symptoms include memory loss, personality changes, confusion, language problems, impaired judgment and problem-solving skills.

Types of Dementia

Dementia caused by diseases such as Alzheimer's is irreversible. Dementia caused by conditions such as depression, medication interactions, malnutrition and hormone or thyroid imbalance is reversible with treatment.

Famous Ties

Famous people who have suffered from Alzheimer's disease include Ronald Reagan and Charlton Heston.

Misconceptions

Many people use the term Alzheimer's and dementia interchangeably, but they are not the same thing.

References

• Alzheimer's Association

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