What is dementia? | Alzheimer's Society
The word 'dementia' describes a set of symptoms that over time can affect memory, problem-solving, language and behaviour. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia.
Wernicke–Korsakoff syndrome - Alzheimer's Society
Find out about Wernicke–Korsakoff syndrome, a condition caused by drinking too much alcohol, including information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
How to communicate with a person with dementia
A person with dementia might ask questions that are difficult to answer truthfully without causing distress. Read our advice on why the person might be asking these questions and how to …
6 Diagnosing dementia: A practical guide to assessment For more information visit alzheimers.org.uk People often start to forget things more as they get older. Most often this is …
Memory loss and dementia - Alzheimer's Society
What does memory loss look like in a person with dementia ? Memory loss can be a symptom of any type of dementia. For people with Alzheimer’s disease, it is often among the very first …
Young-onset dementia - Alzheimer's Society
Dementia in younger people. People whose symptoms started when they were under the age of 65 are often known as ‘younger people with dementia’ or as having young-onset dementia.
Alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD): what is it and who gets it?
Alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD) is a brain disorder. It is caused by a person regularly drinking too much alcohol, or binge-drinking, over several years. There are different types of …
Medication for dementia symptoms | Alzheimer's Society
There are four medications approved in the UK to ease a person’s dementia symptoms, including memory and thinking problems:. donepezil; rivastigmine; galantamine; memantine. These …
Difficult questions and telling the truth to a person with dementia
Difficult questions a person with dementia might ask and how to respond Asking for a partner, friend or relative who has died. If they are asking for a partner, relative or friend who has died, …
The progression, signs and stages of dementia - Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is progressive. This means signs and symptoms may be relatively mild at first but they get worse with time. Dementia affects everyone differently, however it can be helpful to think of …