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Signs and Symptoms of Dementia

Post a new topicby contentuser on Thu Apr 02, 2009 9:36 am


Signs and Symptoms of Dementia

Symptoms develop when the underlying condition affects areas of the brain involved with learning, memory, decision-making, and language.

Memory impairment is often the first symptom to be noticed. Someone with dementia may be unable to remember ordinary information, such as their birth date and address, and may be unable to recognize friends and family members.

There is progressive decline in these cognitive functions as well:

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