زوال عقل - ویکی‌پدیا، دانشنامهٔ آزاد
WEBزوال عقل ، [ ۵ ]خِرَدسودگی[ ۶ ] یا دمانس (به انگلیسی : Dementia) در پزشکی و روان‌پزشکی ، اختلال مزمن و گاهی حاد فرایندهای روانی و زوال عصبی پیشرونده بوده که با تغییر شخصیت و موقعیت‌ناشناسی و اختلال در حافظه و داوری و اندیشه همراه است. شایع‌ترین نوع آن، زوال عقل سالخوردگی یا بیماری آلزایمر است.
Dementia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBDementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities. In people who have dementia, the symptoms interfere with their daily lives. Dementia isn't one specific disease. Several diseases can cause dementia. Dementia generally involves memory loss. It's often one of the early symptoms of the condition.
Lewy body dementia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJun 2, 2023 — Lewy body dementia causes a decline in mental abilities that gradually gets worse over time. People with Lewy body dementia might see things that aren't there. This is known as visual hallucinations. They also may have changes in alertness and attention.
The 7 Stages of Dementia: Symptoms and What to Expect
WEBAug 9, 2024 — This article explores the seven stages of dementia, so you know what to expect if you or a loved one have been diagnosed with it.
Dementia - World Health Organization (WHO)
WEBMar 15, 2023 — Dementia is a syndrome that can be caused by a number of diseases which over time destroy nerve cells and damage the brain, typically leading to deterioration in cognitive function (i.e. the ability to process thought) beyond what might be expected from the usual consequences of biological ageing.
Alzheimer’s Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Stages
WEBDec 10, 2022 — Alzheimer’s disease causes a decline in memory, thinking, learning and organizing skills over time. It’s the most common cause of dementia and usually affects people over the age of 65. There’s no cure for Alzheimer’s, but certain medications and therapies can help manage symptoms temporarily.
What Is Dementia? Symptoms, Types, and Diagnosis
WEBDementia is the loss of cognitive functioning — thinking, remembering, and reasoning — to such an extent that it interferes with a person's daily life and activities. Some people with dementia cannot control their emotions, and their personalities may change.
Dementia: Symptoms, Types, Causes, Treatment & Risk Factors
WEBMar 12, 2022 — Dementia is a description of the state of a person’s mental function and not a specific disease. Dementia is an “umbrella category” describing mental decline that’s severe enough to interfere with daily living. There are many underlying causes of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.
Alzheimer's disease - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJul 10, 2024 — Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia — a gradual decline in memory, thinking, behavior and social skills. These changes affect a person's ability to function. About 6.5 million people in the United States age 65 and older live with Alzheimer's disease.
What is Alzheimer's Disease? Symptoms & Causes | alz.org
WEBAlzheimer's is a progressive disease, where dementia symptoms gradually worsen over a number of years. In its early stages, memory loss is mild, but with late-stage Alzheimer's, individuals lose the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to their environment.