
24/05/2025
Dementia Week!!
What is Dementia and what do we have to be aware of.
!!Key aspects of dementia!!
Not a disease itself:
Dementia is a collection of symptoms resulting from brain damage caused by various underlying diseases.
Progressive condition:
Dementia worsens over time, often in stages (early, middle, late).
Variety of causes:
Different types of dementia exist, each with its own specific cause and symptoms.
Impact on daily life:
Dementia affects memory,
thinking, communication, and decision-making, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks.
No cure:
There is currently no cure for most forms of dementia, but treatments can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Take time to be patient, kind, caring, and compassionate to those who suffer or, are going through Dementia 🩵