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What is dememtia? i'm also having dificulties sleeping.

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Dementia: Dementia is an impairment of memory. There are many causes and evaluation by a physician is necessary to establish the correct diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 9/6/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Dementia was : Addressed. Here are sleep hygiene tips. Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading, >.

Answered 9/14/2013

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