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dementia

[dɪˈmɛnʃə]

dementia Definition

a chronic or persistent disorder of the mental processes caused by brain disease or injury and marked by memory disorders, personality changes, and impaired reasoning.

Using dementia: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dementia" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    My grandmother has dementia and often forgets who I am.

  • Example

    Dementia is a common condition among elderly people.

  • Example

    The symptoms of dementia can be managed with medication and therapy.

dementia Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dementia

Phrases with dementia

  • a type of dementia caused by reduced blood flow to the brain

    Example

    Vascular dementia is often caused by a stroke or other cardiovascular problems.

  • Alzheimer's dementia

    a type of dementia characterized by memory loss and cognitive decline, often associated with old age

    Example

    Alzheimer's dementia is the most common form of dementia in older adults.

  • a type of dementia that affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, leading to changes in behavior and personality

    Example

    Frontotemporal dementia is often misdiagnosed as a psychiatric disorder.

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Summary: dementia in Brief

Dementia [dɪˈmɛnʃə] is a chronic disorder of the mental processes caused by brain disease or injury, resulting in memory disorders, personality changes, and impaired reasoning. It is common among elderly people and can be managed with medication and therapy. Dementia comes in different types, including vascular dementia, Alzheimer's dementia, and frontotemporal dementia.

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