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Dementia (from Latin de- "apart, away" + mens (genitive mentis) "mind")
Dementia is a progressive deterioration in a person's functioning. The most common cause is Alzheimer's disease but there are other causes. Common early symptoms include memory loss, confusion, personality changes, apathy and withdrawal.
The majority of medical interventions for dementia relate to medication management. Well-established guidelines are available, and medical treatments for the symptoms of dementia continue to develop, mainly in the form of cholinesterase inhibitors. Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) may be improved with antipsychotic medication. However, medication plays a small role in the holistic management of dementia, which should involve a focus on psychosocial approaches, education, and social support, as well as ongoing medical care.
Consulting a Cognitive Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) clinic or doctor to obtain a diagnosis is critical at an early stage. 