Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
Individuals with other forms of dementia may exhibit some of the same signs and symptoms as those with AD, including vascular dementia and dementia due to chronic alcoholism.
Abstract
Introduction Dementia is a term that describes a variety of diseases and conditions that develop when nerve cells in the brain (known as neurons) no longer function normally. The death or malfunction of neurons causes changes in memory, behavior, and ability to think clearly. There are many types and forms of dementia, including vascular dementia (caused by a series of strokes or changes in the blood supply to the brain) and dementia due to chronic alcoholism. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60 to 80% of dementia cases (1). Individuals with other forms of dementia may exhibit some of the same signs and symptoms as those with AD.