Dementia is a general term that refers to a variety of brain disorders. Physical changes in the brain cause dementia. Learn more in this section about dementia, its impact on the brain, and how to keep your brain healthy.
- What is dementia?Dementia is an overall term for a set of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain.
- Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging.
- Dementias
Learn about the different types of dementia.
- Diagnosis
Getting a proper diagnosis is critical to getting treatment, support and education about your disease.
- Treatment optionsTreatments, therapies and medications available to help with the symptoms of dementia.
- Brain health
Learn how to take care of your brain and keep it healthy.