Memory loss and dementia
goodtoknow says: Dementia is a disease of old age that affects your brain and causes severe memory loss. It can be very distressing to discover a loved one has dementia, but it doesn't mean they will suddenly forget who you are. The disease often progresses very gradually and new medications, such as Aricept may slow it down even further. In the early stages, people with dementia often live relatively normal lives, with just a little extra support. There are more than 100 types of dementia, the vast majority aren't hereditary, and the most common is Alzheimers.
For a full medical explanation of the causes, symptoms and treatments of dementia from patient.co.uk, read on.
Many people find that they become more forgetful as they become older - this is common and is often not due to dementia. Illnesses such as depression and an underactive thyroid can also cause memory problems. Dementia is the most serious form of memory problem. It causes a loss of mental ability and other related symptoms. Symptoms of dementia develop gradually and typically become worse over a number of years. The most important part of treatment for dementia is good quality support and care for the person with dementia, and for their carers.
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Tracey, 8 months [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]
I am looking for a book that Tony Robinson ( of Blackadder & Time Team fame) was talking about this morning on BBC new 24 - I think it was called "take time before you think" ( not entirely sure that is correct ) does anyone know where I can obtain a copy