Not talking about observations and concerns about memory loss can mean missing the window for early intervention, writes Dr.

Some people are immune to dementia, even if their brain is deteriorating. Cognitive reserve is the secret boost that builds ...

Here’s what to know about the other main types and how they affect the brain. By Dana G. Smith Alzheimer’s disease is the most commonly diagnosed form of dementia, but it’s far from the only one. In ...

During certain times of the day, some people with dementia may become more confused and disoriented. Referred to by neuropsychologist April Krowelas “a constellation of symptoms rooted in confusion ...

Dementia is a health problem that happens when the brain is damaged and no longer works as well as it used to. It is not a normal part of getting older, but it is more common in older people. Someone ...

Few diagnoses carry the devastating weight of dementia, which heralds loss, decline and inevitable death. The condition is the biggest killer in the UK, and cases are set to soar. “One in three people ...

Medicare offers help for caregivers of dementia patients but getting the word out has not been easy. People who work in ...

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