Health

What is Dementia?

What is Dementia?
Dementia
Dementia results in impaired brain function, which makes it increasingly difficult for a person to remember, learn and communicate.

Persons living with dementia will eventually also find it difficult and impossible to take care of themselves. Dementia may also change a person’s mood and personality over time. The person who has dementia may often be completely unaware of these behavioural problems, making it difficult for their loved ones to deal with the situation.



Tags: Dementia, mood, remember, impaired brain function, communicate
Comment
Be the first to comment on this article
You need to be logged in to comment on articles. If you don't have an account yet, click here to register.

Caxton Magazines encourages freedom of speech and the expression of diverse views. The views of users published on peoplemagazine.co.za are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Caxton Magazines.
Previous MonthMay 2013Next Month
MoTuWeThFrSaSu
12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031
Hover over highlighted dates for a quick view of an event, click for more.
Next issue countdown

days     hrs      min     sec
Caxton Magazines
Digital Media and Marketing Association (DMMA)
Developed by Digital Platforms
© 2013 People Magazine South Africa | All Rights Reserved | Terms and conditions