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Abstract
What
is Dementia?
Dementia
is a chronic and progressive
clinical syndrome caused by
various diseases that damage
the brain, leading to significant
decline in cognitive abilities
and loss of functional independence.
The term derives from the
Latin demens, meaning “out
of one’s mind,”
though modern understanding
emphasizes its neurological
basis rather than purely mental
illness.
Dementia
affects:
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Cognition memory, language,
reasoning, visuospatial skills
• Functionality ability
to perform everyday activities
• Behaviour and personality
mood, emotions, social interactions
Importantly,
dementia is not a part of
normal aging. While some cognitive
changes are typical with age,
dementia involves pathological
decline beyond normal expectations
for a person’s age and
education level.
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