02/09/2025
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting over 850,000 people in the UK — a number expected to rise. It’s a progressive neurological condition that slowly impacts memory, thinking, language, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks.
Alzheimer’s is caused by the build-up of abnormal proteins in and around brain cells, which disrupt communication and cause cells to die. This leads to memory loss, confusion, changes in mood or behaviour, and difficulty in carrying out familiar tasks.
🔹 Common Symptoms Include:
Forgetting recent conversations or events
Repeating questions or struggling with words
Disorientation, even in familiar places
Difficulty making decisions or solving problems
Changes in personality or social withdrawal
Alzheimer’s usually affects those over 65, but younger people can also develop young-onset Alzheimer’s. The disease doesn’t just affect individuals — it also deeply impacts carers, family members, and friends.
The Alzheimer’s Society provides expert guidance, helplines, local support groups, and up-to-date research on treatment and care options.
👉 Learn more and access support here: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk
