In my line of work I have to be able to spot the signs and
symptoms of Dementia, Dementia is a syndrome (a group of related
symptoms) that is associated with an ongoing decline of the
brain and its abilities. These include: People with dementia may
also become apathetic, have problems controlling their emotions
or behaving appropriately in social situations. Aspects of their
personality may change or they may see or hear things that other
people do not, or have false beliefs. Most cases of dementia are
caused by damage to the structure of the brain. People with
dementia usually need help from friends or relatives, including
help in making decisions. How common is dementia? Dementia is a
common condition. In England alone, there are currently 570,000
people living with dementia. That number is expected to double
over the next 30 years. Usually dementia occurs in people who
are 65 or over. The older you get, the more likely you are to
develop it. Dementia is slightly more common in women than in
men. Types of d