2006-07-03 05:32:25 · 5 answers · asked by sueet2b 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
Senile dementia is a disease caused by degeneration of the brain cells. It is different from normal senility in the elderly in that the patient's brain function will gradually deteriorate resulting in progressive loss of memory and mental abilities, and noticeable personality changes.
Dementia is always caused by an underlying disease or condition. Brain tissue is damaged, and functioning is diminished. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer's disease, a progressive brain disorder causing deterioration in memory and thought processes.
2006-07-03 05:42:16 · answer #1 · answered by nastisavage 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The term is 'senile dementia'.
'senile' means 'of old age', and 'dementia':
Deterioration of intellectual faculties, such as memory, concentration, and judgment, resulting from an organic disease or a disorder of the brain. It is sometimes accompanied by emotional disturbance and personality changes.
It is not the same as Alzheimers.
2006-07-03 12:37:12 · answer #2 · answered by rainbowunweaver2002 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Senile Dementia.
Is another name for Alzheimers.
2006-07-03 12:36:05 · answer #3 · answered by alwaysbombed 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alzheimers Disease
2006-07-03 12:36:21 · answer #4 · answered by snakeman11426 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when old people get all confused.
2006-07-03 12:36:48 · answer #5 · answered by hotsing1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋