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Dementia: a condition characterized by a decline in memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking skills that affect a person's ability to perform everyday activities.

Caused by: abnormal brain changes.
Affects:  behavior, feelings and relationships.

A problem that can cause Dementia: (this is called Vascular Dementia) is a  microscopic bleeding and blood vessel blockage in the brain. Thyroid problems and vitamin deficiencies are also problems in this case.

Association, Alzheimer's. “What Is Dementia?” Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia, 2020, www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-dementia.

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Medications:  Cholinesterase inhibitors  help with memory and judgement.

Occupational therapy: commonly used, this helps with coping behaviors. One will also simplify tasks and modify the environment to suit the patient.

Some believe spiritual and herbal healing can be used to slow dementia.

Side effects from these treatments can include:
●Nausea ●Slowed heartbeat
●Fainting ●Dizziness

Mayo Clinic, Patient Care & Health Information, 1998-2020 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dementia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20352019

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Some risk factors of dementia that cannot be modified are age and genetics. Some that can be modified include healthy dieting, not smoking, regular exercise, and cognitive stimulation. These factors can reduce your risk of getting dementia at an older age.

Alzheimer Association, What is Dementia? Symptoms, Causes & Treatment, 2020,
https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-dementia

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Roles Physical Exercise Plays in Reducing the Risk of Dementia

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Roles Physical Exercise Plays in Reducing the Risk of Dementia

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Studies have shown that exercising regularly  in early, mid and late life is tied to people having a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia.

People who are physically active are less likely to have heart disease and stroke. Both of these health conditions increase the risk of developing dementia.

Research has shown that people who exercise are more likely to show a slower loss of brain tissue as they age.

Dementia Australia (2006). Physical Exercise and Dementia. Retrieved June 19, 2020 from https://www.dementia.org.au/files/helpsheets/Helpsheet-DementiaQandA08-

PhysicalExercise_english.pdf

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People over the age of 55 have more obstacles when it comes to exercising.

This is because of:
●cost ●lack of transportation
●fear of being hurt

Recreational activities contribute to everyone’s quality of life.

Anything that raises the heart rate is considered exercise such as:
●dancing ●gardening
●housework ●restorative yoga
●functional training● aquatic exercise
●tai chi

Department of Health & Human Services. “Dementia - Activities and Exercise.” Better Health Channel, Department of Health & Human Services, 31 May 2014, www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/ConditionsAndTreatments/dementia-activities-and-exercise