About dementia

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.


Getting a proper diagnosis is critical to getting treatment, support and education about your disease.

More

Dementia affects the brain, a vital organ in your body

More

Learn how to take care of your brain and keep it healthy.

More

Dementia can affect the personality and behaviour of the person with the disease.

Learn more about understanding and responding to these changes associated with dementia.

More


© Alzheimer Society of Canada 2011. All rights reserved. For comments, suggestions or additional information, contact webmaster@alzheimer.ca