Dementia is an umbrella term for cognitive impairment – difficulty remembering, thinking or making decisions that interfere with daily activities. Although Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, there are many other forms. In the United States, 5.8…
Do you forget where you put your car keys occasionally or miss a scheduled appointment once in a while? Sometimes what feels like normal forgetfulness can be an indicator of something more serious. If you start to experience more frequent…
Your first step after a dementia diagnosis? Start the conversation with your doctor. There is not a single test to diagnosis dementia. Dementia is a group of symptoms that result in a decline of memory and mental ability that affects…