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What is the most common cause of dementia?
What is the most common cause of dementia?
- Huntington's disease
- Parkinson's disease
- Alzheimer's disease (correct)
- Multiple sclerosis
Which cognitive abilities are typically impacted by dementia?
Which cognitive abilities are typically impacted by dementia?
- Problem-solving, creativity, and emotional intelligence
- Language, attention, and perception
- Motor skills, coordination, and reflexes
- Memory, thinking, and behavior (correct)
What is a key requirement for diagnosing dementia?
What is a key requirement for diagnosing dementia?
- Observation of a change from a person's usual mental functioning (correct)
- Regular forgetfulness associated with aging
- Physical symptoms such as headaches
- Family history of cognitive decline
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of dementia?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of dementia?
What can give rise to dementia aside from Alzheimer's disease?
What can give rise to dementia aside from Alzheimer's disease?
Flashcards
Most common cause of dementia?
Most common cause of dementia?
Alzheimer's disease is the most prevalent cause of dementia.
Cognitive abilities impacted by dementia?
Cognitive abilities impacted by dementia?
Dementia typically impacts memory, thinking, and behavior.
Key requirement for dementia diagnosis?
Key requirement for dementia diagnosis?
A key requirement for diagnosing dementia is observing a change from a person's usual mental functioning.
NOT a common dementia symptom?
NOT a common dementia symptom?
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Other causes of dementia?
Other causes of dementia?
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Study Notes
Causes and Types of Dementia
- Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of cases.
- Other causes of dementia include vascular dementia, which arises from reduced blood flow to the brain, and Lewy body dementia, associated with abnormal protein deposits.
Cognitive Abilities Affected
- Dementia typically impacts memory, affecting short-term memory and the ability to recall recent events.
- Other cognitive abilities affected include reasoning, judgment, language skills, and spatial awareness.
Diagnosis Requirements
- A key requirement for diagnosing dementia is a comprehensive assessment that includes medical history, cognitive tests, and possibly brain imaging to rule out other conditions.
Symptoms Not Associated with Dementia
- Sudden changes in behavior or personality are NOT common symptoms of dementia, differentiating it from other mental health disorders.
Alternative Causes of Dementia
- Dementia can also be caused by other conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, and chronic substance abuse, aside from Alzheimer's disease.
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Test your knowledge about the symptoms of dementia with this quiz. Challenge yourself with questions on memory impairment, emotional issues, language difficulties, and more.
