Donepezil is a medication commonly prescribed to older adults to help manage symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. While it can improve memory and thinking, it also comes with a range of possible side effects, especially in…
When dementia progresses to its later stages, a person often becomes bedridden. This means they are unable to get out of bed or move around on their own. The stage of dementia that most commonly leads to being bedridden is…
Loss of speech is a common part of dementia as the condition gets worse. In the early stages, people might just have trouble finding the right words or pause during conversations. They may repeat themselves or use simpler words. As…
Sleep problems in dementia can begin early but tend to become more noticeable and severe as the disease progresses. In Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, sleep disturbances often start in the early stages with changes in the sleep-wake cycle, such…
Hallucinations in dementia are a fascinating and often distressing symptom that tends to appear at specific points in the disease’s progression. Understanding when and why they occur can help families and caregivers better support their loved ones. Hallucinations are experiences…
Incontinence, which means losing control over bladder or bowel functions, usually occurs in the **later stages of dementia**, particularly in the **severe and very severe stages**. Dementia progresses through several stages, and as the disease advances, the brain’s ability to…
Wandering in Dementia: Understanding When It Happens Wandering is one of the most common and challenging behaviors that people with dementia experience. If you or a loved one is dealing with dementia, understanding when wandering typically occurs can help you…
People diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease can generally expect to live between 15 and 25 years after their diagnosis. This means Parkinson’s is often considered a long-term, chronic condition rather than one that drastically shortens life expectancy immediately. The actual life…
Dementia Life Expectancy Chart by Stage Understanding how long someone might live with dementia is one of the most difficult questions families face. The answer depends heavily on which stage of the disease a person has reached. Dementia progresses through…
Life expectancy for someone diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease varies widely but generally averages around 8 to 10 years after diagnosis. Some people may live as few as 3 years, while others can live 20 years or more, depending on factors…