Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe conditions that affect memory, thinking, and social abilities to the extent that it begins to interfere with your daily life. It is not a disease, it is a group of symptoms caused by other conditions. Alzheimer’s, vascular dementia and Parkinson’s disease are all referred to as dementia. The mental health condition that primarily affects people after the age of 65 is an age-related illness, but can also affect young adults because of certain underlying health conditions. Due to the awareness related to the mental health condition in recent times, people have learned more about the condition and how to manage it. Still, it cannot be denied that there are many misconceptions about mental health conditions. Here we have tried to dispel some common myths related to dementia that can help you manage the condition well.
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