Module 01: Background to Dementia

In this module, you will learn:The definition of dementiaThe history of dementiaCommon misconceptions about dementiaBackground to Dementia 1.1 DefinitionDementia is a progressive loss of cognitive function, marked by memory disorders, personality changes, and impaired reasoningIt is less a specific disease and more an encompassing term that describes a group of symptoms associated with a decline in memory or other thinking skills which are severe enough to diminish a person's ability to perform ...