Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with everyday activities. It is not a specific disease, but rather a group of symptoms that can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of cases. Other types of dementia include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia.
There is no cure for dementia, but there are treatments that can help to slow the progression of the disease and improve quality of life. These treatments include medications, lifestyle changes, and cognitive stimulation.
