Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental abilities serious enough to interfere with daily life. It is caused by physical changes in the brain.
Common Types of Dementia
Alzheimer's disease - The most common type of dementia among older people is Alzheimer's disease. Best known as a memory disorder, behavioral and psychiatric symptoms may also occur. Early in the disease, someone affected may experience irritability, anxiety or depression. Later in the disease, agitation, aggressive behaviors, sleep disturbances, delusions and hallucinations may occur.
Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) - Lewy bodies are small round clumps of normal proteins that - for unknown reasons - become abnormally clumped together inside brain cells. While DLB symptoms vary from person to person, progressive loss of mental abilities that interferes with everyday activities is common for most. Other symptoms include hallucinations, depression, delusions, agitation and unexplained fainting.
Make an Appointment with Laureate Senior Behavioral Health
For questions, or to schedule an appointment with a mental health professional, please call the Laureate Outpatient Clinic, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 918-491-3700.
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