Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia, accounts for 64% of all dementias in Canada.
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disease of the brain, which causes thinking and memory to become seriously impaired. The result is changes in abilities and/or behaviour. At present, once an ability is lost, it is not known to return. However, research is now suggesting that some relearning may be possible.
The symptoms of Alzheimer's disease include:
- a gradual onset and continuing decline of memory
- changes in judgement or reasoning
- changes in mood and behaviour
- the inability to perform familiar tasks
These signs may affect a person’s ability to function at work, in social relationships or in day-to-day activities.
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The Brain Health Centre at Baycrest specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of memory disorders and dementia. For more information about our Brain Health Centre, please click here.