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What is the difference between dementia and a memory problem?
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My grandma of age 60 appears to be showing signs of early onset dementia. She has difficulty recalling names and places. However, we are wondering if this is simply a memory problem that goes along with the aging process… or whether it could be dementia? -
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Dr Gail Jamieson
Geriatrician (Aged Care Specialist)
Dementia is more than just a memory problem, it involves an impairment of a number of cognitive functions (or parts of thinking). Often people with dementia present with having difficulties “working things out” , finding their words in conversation, concentrating, or a change in personality.
A lot of older people note memory changes and there is goo dinformation around on the “normal changes of aging”. As we age our speed of processing and retrieving information can slow, but it is not normal for this to affect our overall function. Isolated memory problems can occur when we are anxious, or stressed. We also know that keeping mentally and physically active can improve our memories so it is improtant as we age that we remain engaged in activities.
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