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.
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 signs.. Memory can be affected in different ways.
Early-stage signs and symptoms of dementia - Alzheimer's Society
The early stage of dementia is when many people choose to make plans for the future, while they still have the ability (‘mental capacity’) to do so. This includes making a Lasting power of attorney (LPA), and advance decisions and advance statements to ensure their wishes and preferences are made clear.. What are the early-stage symptoms of dementia?
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, telling the person the truth may shock and upset them, as it will feel like the first time they have heard the news.
Alzheimer's Society
We are the UK’s leading dementia charity, we tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future.
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 dementia progressing in 'three stages'.
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 respond in situations where it might be better to lie or to not tell the whole truth.
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 treatments are only effective for people with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia with Lewy bodies, Parkinson’s disease dementia, and mixed dementia involving any of these types.
Practical tips for supporting someone with memory loss
There are many practical ways that you can support a person with dementia who is experiencing memory loss. Read our advice for some of the most common memory problems.