What is dementia?

Sometimes everyone is confused. It is feeling when things do not make sense, or if you do not know what to do.

People with dementia are increasingly confused. They may feel frustrated and angry for themselves when they can not understand the world or can not make mistakes. They may easily get angry or dissatisfied with others. They may not say the reason. They may not understand why

If someone is angry with you, it will be terrible. Remember, this is not your fault. This is because this person's brain is not good. They may no longer be able to control their emotions. They may wear your shoes and you may not notice that they make you angry.

People with dementia still feel good feeling. They can feel happy, safe, and peaceful. Some people with dementia almost every day seem to be like their own average self and may notice changes from time to time. Some people with dementia may not have so many good days. They may be special when back then they feel like their old self

Everyone with dementia is different. Do not be afraid to ask questions. If the people you know have no long-term illness, they may tell you how dementia feels to them.

People with Alzheimer's disease may not be able to tell you how they feel. But you can learn to recognize when they feel happy, safe, and calm

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What is dementia? The term dementia refers to a late stage cognitive disorder that affects normal functioning. It does not mean "crazy". It comes from two Latin languages. And it is roughly translated as "absent" and "unpleasant". Dementia is a term used by medical professionals to describe sets of cognitive symptoms that can be experienced in various diseases and conditions. "Cognitive disorders" become dementia when people's thinking and memory problems begin to interfere with the basic activities of daily life. Studies have shown that 30% to 50% of PD patients develop dementia. Many PD patients are dissatisfied with their thought and changes in cognitive abilities, but not everyone suffers from comprehensive dementia. The behavioral impact of dementia is very difficult for patients and their families. The patient is confused, lost and can not be alone. They may show signs of excitement, delusions, mood swings, impulsive growth.

People with PD are 2 to 6 times higher risk of developing dementia compared to the general population. Up to 78% of PD patients suffer Parkinson's disease dementia. The prevalence of dementia increases with age, but to a lesser extent, with the duration of the disease. Dementia is associated with a decline in the quality of life of PD patients and their carers, an increase in mortality rates, and the possibility of needing care at a special nursing home for the elderly. Drugs, including morbid gambling, compulsive behavior, overeating, compulsive shopping and generous impulse control disorders of Lu, may be caused by especially orally active dopamine agonists. Dopamin dysregulation syndrome - lack of drug leading to overuse - is a rare complication of levodopa use (Giovannoni, et al. 2000).

There are many differences between dementia hospital care and nursing home. Even if your loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it does not mean that it must be sent to the nursing home. Some people can live autonomous dementia for many years at their own home There is a way to provide adequate care at home when independent living becomes too difficult. If you are unable to provide adequate support for people you love with traditional home care methods, consider providing 24x7 home care. Sometimes people with dementia may need someone to harass themselves and carry with you to keep them safe. Due to individual home care, people with dementia can enjoy life as long as possible in the environment of their choice.