Memory Loss

Many people over age 65 develop some type of memory loss.  This can be a normal part of the aging process and, when there is no known reason for the memory loss, it is referred to as “age-associated memory impairment.” 

Memory loss can also be caused by diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Dementia’s which are not considered a normal part of the aging process. 

Dementia is a broad term that can involve many different disorders of the brain.  Dementia’s are caused by many different diseases, including Alzheimer’s.  Alzheimer’s is one of the most common causes of Dementia.  Alzheimer’s involves the progressive degeneration of brain cells that cause deterioration in a person’s memory and the ability to think. 

Alzheimer’s disease affects many aspects of a person’s life such as decreasing physical, cognitive and functional abilities as well as impacting emotions and behaviour.

For more information on the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia’s please watch the following video from the Alzheimer Society of Canada (http://www.alzheimer.ca/en/About-dementia/Alzheimer-s-disease)