Dementia vs Alzheimer’s: What’s the Difference?
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are often used interchangeably—but they don’t mean the same thing.
Dementia is an umbrella term describing a decline in memory, thinking, language, judgment, or other cognitive abilities that interferes with everyday life.
Alzheimer’s is a specific brain disease and the most common cause of dementia, estimated to account for roughly 60–80% of dementia cases.
Other causes include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and other neurological or medical conditions.
Knowing the underlying cause matters because different forms of dementia can require different evaluations and treatment approaches.
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Medical disclaimer: This video is for general educational purposes only and is not intended to provide individual medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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