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Previous Page: Diagnosing Dementia Next Page: Tips for Living with Dementia   While there is currently no cure for most types of dementia, there are many ways to manage symptoms and support a good quality of life. Treatment for dementia focuses on slowing progression where possible, managing symptoms and helping individuals live as independently […]

Previous Page: Young-onset Dementia Next Page: Causes of Dementia   What Diseases Cause Dementia? There are a number of conditions which can increase the risk of dementia, directly cause dementia and mimic similar symptoms of dementia. Parkinson’s After living with Parkinson’s for a sustained period of time, the potential to develop dementia increases. There […]

Previous Page: Types of Dementia Next Page: Young-onset Dementia   What Types of Dementia are Rare? At only approximately 5%, rarer types of dementia account for a small percentage of dementia diagnoses. These rarer types of dementia are usually more common under 65 years of age. Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) CJD is unlike most other […]

Previous Page: Tips for Living with Dementia Next Page: Useful Resources   A formal dementia diagnosis can feel like a shock to the individual experiencing symptoms and their family. You may feel concerned for your loved one’s well-being and how you can support them meaningfully, especially if they’re struggling to come to terms with […]

Previous Page: Treatments for Dementia Next Page: Caring for Someone Living with Dementia   Learning of a dementia diagnosis can be daunting and worrisome, especially if you don’t know much about the disease. Stigmas surrounding dementia may leave you or a loved one feeling anxious about the future. However, it’s absolutely possible to live […]

Previous Page: Dementia-related Conditions Next Page: Signs, Symptoms and Stages   Although dementia is typically associated with age, dementia is not a normal part of ageing. There are many different types of dementia, and each can be caused by a variety of different factors. The particular reason that causes someone to develop dementia is […]

Previous Page: Dementia Hub Next Page: Types of Dementia   What is Dementia and What Does it Do? Dementia is a general term referring to a collection of conditions that affect the cognitive functions in the brain. There are over 100 different types of dementia and each type has its own causes, symptoms and […]

Previous Page: Signs, Symptoms and Stages Next Page: Treatments for Dementia   Noticing you or a loved one is exhibiting symptoms of dementia can be daunting, and it’s common for some people to avoid a professional diagnosis. This may be due to fear, anxiety or denial. However, early diagnosis is crucial for effective management […]