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Dementia

Dementia is a loss of brain function that affects memory, thinking and behavior and is common in old age.

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Does Parkinson's lead to dementia?

About half the people with Parkinson's Disease end up with dementia. It is thought that Parkinson's Disease alone does not cause dementia, but other age related factors in addition to Parkinson's Disease may increase the chance of dementia developing.

A disease that can produce dementia is?

While Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia, there are also many other forms, including vascular and mixed dementia. Causes of dementia are mainly produced by inflammation, disease or injury. On such events neurons may die and dementia is the result. Now, scientists believe that a combination of hereditary, environmental, lifestyle are mostly at work. The more neurons die, more intense will be the symptoms of dementia. This disease is currently being researched allover the world, and may be that within the next 10 years it will be conducted to a satisfactory solution.

What type of behavior is possibly an early sign of dementia?

There are a few early signs of dementia. One is memory loss that occurs daily, this could be something as simple as putting the milk in the pantry instead of the refrigerator. Another confusion with time or place.

Why is aromatherapy restricted to dementia patients?

Aromatherapy is used for a lot more than dementia and so not restricted.

Aromatherapy is effective in treating Alzheimer's disease because the phenolic compounds in several essential oils (such as bay laurel, clove, basil, and thyme) directly reach the part of the brain most damaged by the disease (the hippocampus), scavenge the toxin responsible for the disease (peroxynitrites), and repair part of the damage caused by peroxynitrites. Peroxynitrites are implicated in many other forms of dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases (including ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease), in some types of strokes, and in a number of other diseases (including type 2 diabetes, some forms of heart disease, and some forms of cancer). The problem, however, is getting the phenolic compounds to the other parts of the brain or other parts of the body affected by these disease. This problem is complicated by the fact that the phenolic compounds contained in various essential oil can cause liver and kidney damage when ingested.

Aromatherapy may improve alertness in healthy individuals and may delay the onset of dementia, but more evidence is needed before firm conclusions can be reached in this regard.

Should dementia be capatalized?

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Which is the best description of AIDS dementia?

AIDS dementia is a disease that destorys the white matter of the brain

What affects a person's experience of dementia?

Dementia only affects about 5% of people over the age of 65, and 20% of those over the age of 80.

Another answer: Patients, their family, doctors, and society at large are affected by the effects of dementia. When a person experiences the development of dementia, they slowly lose their memory. First they begin to forget little things, and then it gradually builds up. One of the early signs of dementia is when a person forgets the names of those closest to them. As the dementia develops, a person may forget what has happened earlier in their day, or even what has happened just few hours ago. Eventually, they will not be able to remember their own name or what they are doing at the moment.

Dementia occurs because brain cells deteriorate- sometimes very quickly.

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What if a will was signed by person who suffered dementia at time of signing?

It woudl have to be proven in a court of law that the person actually WAS suffering from dementia. If possible, then the agreement MIGHT be challenged.

How can a conflict of interest be addressed between a carer and an individual with dementia whilst balancing rights choices and risk?

There needs to be a proper and fair balance between the rights and needs of the individual and the authority of the carer. This balance will depend on the situation in particular.

What is the ribbon color for dementia?

The ribbon that supports people with Alzheimers is purple.

How many Australians does dementia affect?

There are more than 342800 Australians living with dementia This number is expected to increase as the aged population increases.

What is a reversible condition which could be mistaken for dementia?

There are aphasias which can be temporary. Lesions to the posterior cingulate cortex appear to reproduce AD like memory deficits.

What are the physical needs of dementia?

Everything else that a regular person without this disease also needs (like food, water, shelter, clothes, and comfort) which includes:

- health services

- other people to help person around

- protection

How does a person with dementia feel excluded?

A person with dementia may feel excluded due to difficulties in communication, which can lead to misunderstandings and feelings of isolation. They might struggle to follow conversations or remember familiar faces, causing frustration and a sense of being disconnected from social interactions. Additionally, as their condition progresses, they may lose the ability to participate in activities they once enjoyed, further deepening their sense of exclusion and loneliness. Overall, the combination of cognitive decline and social withdrawal can make them feel marginalized in their relationships and communities.

How do you put a person centred values?

You can put person centered values into practice in a sensitive and complex way by looking at the individual rights of other people. Being sensitive to others needs can help as well.

Can a bad childhood cause dementia?

Current research would suggest that children cannot develop Dementia. It appears to be most prevalent in the ages of 65 and over. However there is a condition known as Early Onset Alzheimer's which has been shown to develop as early as 30 years of age.

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Is Alzheimer's a form of Dementia?

The main difference is that, unlike Alzheimer’s, dementia is not a disease; it is a group of symptoms that impact memory, ability to communicate, and performance of daily tasks. It usually starts with simple forgetfulness and can progress to an inability to care for oneself. There is more than one type of dementia, and people can suffer from multiple types simultaneously.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. It gets worse with time and affects language, thought, and memory, and it’s currently incurable. No exact cause is known.

How current legislation and policies and agreed ways of working support inclusive practice for dementia care?

Current legislation and policies were enforced for better care for dementia patients. There were sanctions given and new rules enforced as far as how the care and support of the patients went and also for the care givers. The care givers had deeper background checks given and harsher penalties for wrong doing.

What types of facilities offer dementia care?

The types of facilities that offer dementia care vary. Nursing home will help with elderly while hospitals and mental institutes can help with everyone. Even prisons sometimes have programs for the mentally ill.

Can a husband re-write his wife's will if she has dementia?

No, he cannot rewrite his wife's will under any circumstances. If she dies the will will have to be probated. That is when he can contest it. But he cannot rewrite it ever.

If you know someone who has done this, talk to the wife's Attorney or your local Prosecutor's office.

How do you know if you have dementia?

You forget your family

you forget what you were doing

you forget how to eat

you loose track of time

you talk to yourself

you repeat yourself

you dont know anything

you loose control over everything

your life will be over ):

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