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Delirium Dementia Depression ------------------------------ ----------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------- **Onset** Acute, sudden, rapid Slow, progressive V...

Delirium Dementia Depression ------------------------------ ----------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------- **Onset** Acute, sudden, rapid Slow, progressive Variable **Duration** Hours to days Months to years Episodic **Cognitive impairment** Memory, consciousness Abstract thinking, memory Memory and concentration **Mood** Rapid mood swings Depression, apathy Sadness, anxiety **Delusions/hallucinations** Both; often visual May present in later stages Delusions only **Outcome** Recovery possible Poor Recovery possible