6 myths about dementia - Harvard Health
WEBNov 1, 2022 · Myth #1: Dementia is a disease. Dr. Budson: Dementia is not a disease. It's a general term to describe thinking and memory skills that have deteriorated to the point that you experience problems with daily activities. A number of conditions can cause dementia; Alzheimer's disease is the most common.
Tackling 11 myths about dementia - Medical News Today
WEBSep 21, 2020 · As part of our Medical Myths series, this article covers 11 myths about dementia, including the role of vitamins and supplements and ways to reduce risk.
Myths and realities of dementia | Alzheimer Society of Canada
WEBMyths and misconceptions about Alzheimer's disease and dementia abound: what it is, who gets it, and how it affects the people who have it. These myths stand in the way of understanding the disease and helping those affected.
12 Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease - National Institute on Aging
WEBLearn the facts about common myths surrounding Alzheimer’s disease. Find out how you can help advance NIA’s research on new diagnostic, treatment, and prevention options.
Alzheimer's & Memory Loss Myths | Alzheimer's Association
WEBMyth 1: Memory loss is a natural part of aging. Reality: As people age, it's normal to have occasional memory problems, such as forgetting the name of a person you've recently met. However, Alzheimer's is more than occasional memory loss.
Myths about Dementia, Alzheimer's and Memory Loss
WEBJun 12, 2020 · We asked Dr. Nancy Sicotte, neurologist and chair of the Department of Neurology at Cedars-Sinai, to debunk the five most common myths about dementia, Alzheimer's and memory loss.
Dementia and Personhood: Facts and Myths - Cleveland Clinic
WEBDementia and Personhood: Facts and Myths project, examines the stigma of dementia, how it is influenced by popular culture, and its effects on those touched by the disease.
WEBHere are some of the most common myths they hear on a regular basis as well as actual dementia and Alzheimer’s facts. 1. All Alzheimer’s cases are genetic. The truth: Another common misconception is that family members of an individual with Alzheimer’s should worry that they, too, will get this form of dementia.
Dispelling Dementia Myths - Psychology Today
WEBNov 15, 2023 · Knowledge of dementia is often clouded by myths, including the following eight below. Dispelling them may help speed progress in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment efforts, hopefully...
Dementia Myths and Alzheimer’s Myths | Memorial Hermann
WEBAlthough Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, it is a disease that is constantly misunderstood. The team at Memorial Hermann Mischer Neurosciences is clearing up some common myths so you can know the facts. MYTH 1: Dementia and Alzheimer’s are the same thing.
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