PHYSIOLOGICAL AFFECTION

Dementia develops when infections or diseases impact the parts of your brain. It is a
general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are
severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer's (AD) is the most common cause of
Dementia.
Memory Loss
The key symptom of having Alzheimer's disease. Early signs include difficulty remembering
recent events or conversations. But memory gets worse and other symptoms develop as the
disease progresses.
Thinking and Reasoning
Alzheimer's disease causes difficulty concentrating and thinking, especially about abstract
concepts such as numbers.
Making Judgement and Decisions
Alzheimer's disease causes a decline in the ability to make sensible decisions and judgments in
everyday situations. For example, a person may make poor choices in social settings or wear
clothes for the wrong type of weather. It may become harder for someone to respond to everyday
problems.
Changes in Personality and Behavior
Brain changes that occur in Alzheimer's disease can affect moods and behaviors. Problems may
include: Loss of interest in activities, mood swings, and social withdrawal.
Hallucinations
Alzheimer's patients may perceive things they can't see, hear, smell, taste, or feel. While some
hallucinations can be frightful, others may only feature routine images of historical figures,
events, or things.

REFERENCE
Alzheimer’s disease - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic. (2023, February 2). Mayo Clinic.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease/symptoms-causes/

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