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Understanding Dementia
Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe various conditions which damage brain cells and lead to a loss of brain function over time. Over 40,000 people in Ireland live with a form of dementia today and the numbers are growing.
Dementia is characterised by a gradual deterioration in memory and in the person’s ability to carry out everyday activities, make decisions, understand information and express themselves. Dementia may also affect a person’s mood and personality.
There are many different types of dementia; Alzheimer’s disease and Vascular Dementia are the most common forms. Less common forms include Lewy Body Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia (including Pick’s Disease) and Korakoff’s Disease (alcohol related dementia).