- What is dementia
- Dementia’s symptoms
- The difference between Alzheimer and Dementia
- Stages if dementia
- The A’s of Dementia
- Some numbers about dementia
- 5 important aspects to know about dementia
- Stigma against dementia
- Demystifying myths about dementia
Is there a difference between Alzheimer and Dementia?
Dementia is not a specific disease. It’s an umbrella term which refers to a set of signs and symptoms. Dementia is a syndrome which can be provoked by over 100 diseases.
Alzheimer, on the other hand, refers to a specific disease. Alzheimer is the most common form of dementia: between 60% and 80% of the people living with dementia have Alzheimer disease.In the beginning, Alzheimer’s disease affects the part of the brain associated with learning, so early symptoms often include changes in memory, thinking and reasoning skills.
Understanding these terms empowers those affected, families and caregivers with vital insights to navigate this journey !
