Dementia is a general term used to describe conditions that affect memory, thinking and social abilities to the point that it begins to affect your daily life. This is not a disease but a group of symptoms caused by other conditions. Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia and Parkinson’s disease are all called dementia. The mental health condition that mainly affects people after the age of 65 is an age-related illness but can also affect younger people due to certain underlying health conditions. Due to the awareness regarding mental health conditions in recent times, people have gained more knowledge about the condition and how to manage it. However, there is no denying that there are many misconceptions when it comes to mental health conditions. Here we have tried to clear up some common myths related to dementia that can help you manage the condition well.
