What is dementia?
Dementia is a neurological disorder characterized by poor
memory, mental disorientation, and impaired judgment. Having dementia may
affect a wide… [more]
What are the symptoms of dementia?
While there are many possible causes of dementia, the
symptoms are what define the condition. In order to de diagnosed… [more]
What causes dementia?
There are several possible causes of dementia, some of which
are reversible and others that are not. Many types of… [more]
Who is at risk for dementia?
Because there are so many ways to get dementia, and the
causes of many of them are not known, it… [more]
How do I know if I have (or if a loved one has) dementia?
If you are concerned about memory loss and personality
changes in yourself or a loved one, you can see the… [more]
What treatments are available for dementia?
Treatment depends on the type of dementia. For reversible
dementias caused by nutritient deficiencies, metabolic imbalances, infections,
or medications, treatment… [more]
How can I prevent dementia?
There is no way to prevent dementia from occurring, but
there are some things you can do to lower your… [more]
When should I seek medical care?
If you are (or a loved one is) experiencing cognitive
problems that are interfering with normal life, see a doctor… [more]
More information about dementia
Healia Resources
Online health communities for dementia
Web
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Medical journals
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Clinical trials search for… [more]