Question 1

what are the benefits of medical model of dementia?

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Clear Diagnosis: There are a lot of important tests that are done and it can eliminate people with depression who are not demented as well as many medical conditions, all of which can be cured.

Question 2

am doing a qcf course an need to know what is meant by medical model of dementia?

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Dementia as disease: At some point, dementia was considered a consequence of normal aging. Now we know that there are several diseases responsible for it and that not everybody who is old will necessarily develop dementia.

Question 3

what is the medical definition of dementia?

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A form of dementia: Dementia are conditions marked by decline in cognitive function &amp; difficulty with daily activity.Alzheimer' s disease, characterized by problems with memory is one type. Exact cause unknown but good general health is better. Risk factors include old age &amp; it runs in some families. Some reversible conditions such as depression or low sodium can mimic symptoms so careful diagnosis is the first step.

Question 4

except dementia, are there medical conditions that can mimic alzheimers?

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Yes: Underactive thyroid, depression, low vit B12 and side effects from medications can mimic a dementia. Normal pressure hydrochephalus (increased fluid in the ventricles) can also present as a dementia. Certain infections can cause a dementia picture as well a physician should always  looks at medications and do blood work when evaluating for  memory loss.  Additionally, a brain image is usually done.

Question 5

what are some non-medical treatments for parkinson disease dementia, coping mechanism?

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Dementia: Alleviate stress, balances diet, ti chi, yoga, stationary bike riding, calming teas,  reading about the condition helps the care giver cope which in turn helps the patient.Join a support group.

Question 6

is dementia hereditary?

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Yes and no: If there is an illness that runs in your family you should speak to your doctor about it. There are many many types of dementia. Some of them are genetically passed on while others aren't. The most common type of dementia is alzheimers disease and there are 2 forms. The early onset form is highly heritable. Alcoholic dementia is not inherited though a propensity for alcohol dependence can be.

Question 7

how can i stop dementia?

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: Are you referring to preventing dementia decades in the future or right now? I’m general maintaining good metabolic health (blood sugar, cholesterol, pressure), exercising, and eating a healthful Mediterranean diet is a good first step.

Question 8

can you inherit dementia?

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Some types yes: Some types of dementia like alzheimer's disease with early onset at ages 40 to 60 have a large genetic component while other types of dementia like alcohol induced  do not.

Question 9

how is dementia diagnosed?

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Clinically: Usually a clinical diagnosis, no blood work and no imaging test.

Question 10

what are signs of dementia?

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See below: Dementia has gradual onset: forgetfulness will increase with time;  disorientation to time and place;judgement, decision making, will be affected in the later stages; later loss of communication skills. Patients need to be evaluated for dementia by looking at various domains by a professional. In the elderly, sometimes depression might be confused for dementia, therefore a thorough exam is needed

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