About Alzheimer’s and Dementia
What is Dementia?
According the Alzheimer’s Association, “Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia.” https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-dementia
What is Alzheimer's Disease?
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, “Alzheimer's is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms eventually grow severe enough to interfere with daily tasks.” https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-alzheimers
More About Dementia and Alzheimer's
- 10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s / Know the 10 Signs https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/10_signs
- Stages of Alzheimer’s https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/stages
- Now what? Next steps after an Alzheimer's diagnosis
- Words Matter: Please choose your words carefully so as not to diminish anyone living with dementia. Read more in this PDF guide from the Dementia Action Alliance.