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There are currently 55 million people diagnosed with dementia worldwide<\/a>, with the figure expected to rise to some 139 million by 2050. It’s a scary condition that can seriously affect the mental health of those diagnosed with it and their loved ones. It’s natural to be concerned and apprehensive, especially since the number of cases will increase.<\/p>\n

Many people feel that dementia is a \u00ab\u00a0death sentence\u00a0\u00bb. On the contrary, fostering a person-centred approach to care will improve the quality of care for people with dementia and their families. Also, remember that there are great support networks of people going through the same challenge and that you aren’t alone in this situation.<\/p>\n

Breaking down stigmas to allow earlier diagnosis
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Some forms of dementia are more difficult to slow down than others. It’s a challenging situation to be in, but it doesn’t mean people with dementia will have to immediately stop living their lives as before. Think of the myth’s psychological effect \u2013 dementia is a death sentence \u2013 has on those facing the condition. We must break down stigmas and realize that many people with dementia continue to work, socialize, enjoy their hobbies, and enjoy life as before.<\/p>\n

If we can remove these stigmas, more people may be willing to go to the doctor with their concerns, potentially leading to earlier diagnoses. Early detection is critical \u2013 the sooner someone has been diagnosed with dementia, the better chances they’ll have to implement strategies that slow down the process. This also enables people to make future decisions while they’re still able. <\/p>\n

Educate yourself on the condition<\/h2>\n

Alzheimer\u2019s disease and dementia is hard on the whole family, especially if you\u2019re not sure what to expect. The Alzheimer\u2019s Societies of Toronto<\/a> and Ontario<\/a> websites provide excellent resources to learn about what causes the disease, what to expect as time goes on, and how you can help provide support.<\/p>\n

Find a support network for when you need help<\/h2>\n

One of the best things you or your loved one can do when facing this challenging condition is to find a support network. You’ll quickly realize that dementia isn’t a death sentence, as you’ll see plenty of people in the same position continuing to live their lives. A support network will help you navigate those difficult times and ensure that you can get help when you need it. Tour network will also serve as a constant reminder that you aren’t alone and that life as you know doesn’t suddenly end with an Alzheimer’s disease or dementia diagnosis.<\/p>\n

Some forms of dementia can be stalled<\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, there is currently no single cure for dementia. However, you should know that caregivers can use specific treatments and strategies to effectively slow down the progression of the disease.<\/p>\n

The majority of medicinal treatments currently available are used to treat Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. The main ones are:<\/p>\n