Dementia: An Overview

Introduction

For many of us, our greatest fears about aging have to do with "going senile" or experiencing the memory and functioning problems associated with dementia. Often this fear is based in the personal experience of having cared for a parent or grandparent with dementia. However, it is important to remember that dementia is not a normal part of aging, but rather a symptom of an underlying problem or problems. Learning about the causes of dementia and its treatments can help us calm these fears and better care for loved ones with dementia symptoms. Read on to find out more.

This Elder Health Guide was published on November 2, 2009 and was updated on November 2, 2009.