DEMENTIA
Dementia is a term that is used to describe a group of brain disorders. These brain
disorders make it harder to carry out daily tasks. Alzheimer’s , the most common of these
disorders, involves the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. The
disease affects the brain in different ways. One effect is that a key brain chemical is lost. It
is called acetylcholine. In part, this loss can contribute to some of the symptoms of
Alzheimer's.
SEE MORE INFORMATION ON ALZHEIMERS
The cause of Alzheimer's is not yet known. Age is the main known risk factor. Today, it is
thought that more than 4.5 million people in the US have Alzheimer's. It mostly affects
those aged 65 or older. At age 65 to 74, up to 5% of people have it. Up to half of those aged
85 and up have the disease. Learn more about Alzheimer’s with our free guide. Sign up for
your copy.
Things to look for
When a loved one has Alzheimer's disease, there are some things you may see:
Memory loss
Repeating the same thing over and over
Difficulty naming items
Losing things or getting lost more often
You may also see changes in the way they behave. These changes may become more
pronounced with time.
Your loved one may have a hard time with other tasks:
Using the phone
Dressing appropriately
Planning or preparing meals
Playing a game
You may know that there is no cure for Alzheimer's. But, there are treatments that may help.
One such treatment is Aricept. Among available treatments, Aricept is the only one
approved for all stages of Alzheimer's disease—mild, moderate, and severe. Studies
showed Aricept helps cognition and function, which includes effects on memory and
performing everyday tasks. And, it has helped people be more like themselves longer.
Dementia is a term that is used to describe a group of brain disorders. These brain
disorders make it harder to carry out daily tasks. Alzheimer’s , the most common of these
disorders, involves the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. The
disease affects the brain in different ways. One effect is that a key brain chemical is lost. It
is called acetylcholine. In part, this loss can contribute to some of the symptoms of
Alzheimer's.
SEE MORE INFORMATION ON ALZHEIMERS
The cause of Alzheimer's is not yet known. Age is the main known risk factor. Today, it is
thought that more than 4.5 million people in the US have Alzheimer's. It mostly affects
those aged 65 or older. At age 65 to 74, up to 5% of people have it. Up to half of those aged
85 and up have the disease. Learn more about Alzheimer’s with our free guide. Sign up for
your copy.
Things to look for
When a loved one has Alzheimer's disease, there are some things you may see:
Memory loss
Repeating the same thing over and over
Difficulty naming items
Losing things or getting lost more often
You may also see changes in the way they behave. These changes may become more
pronounced with time.
Your loved one may have a hard time with other tasks:
Using the phone
Dressing appropriately
Planning or preparing meals
Playing a game
You may know that there is no cure for Alzheimer's. But, there are treatments that may help.
One such treatment is Aricept. Among available treatments, Aricept is the only one
approved for all stages of Alzheimer's disease—mild, moderate, and severe. Studies
showed Aricept helps cognition and function, which includes effects on memory and
performing everyday tasks. And, it has helped people be more like themselves longer.
| The information provided on these pages are intended as a educational public service. New studies often change our understanding of how to diagnose and treat these illnesses and direct contact with the appropriate, licensed mental health professional prior to treatment is always recommended. |
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