When people talk about dementia, they tend to have symptoms like memory loss in mind. However, there are many different forms of this condition that can affect a person, each of which includes certain unique symptoms. Depending on the severity of their condition, dementia care may be needed to help your loved one cope. 

What Are Different Types of Dementia & Their Effects?

1. Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s is most easily identified by the memory lapses it causes. In later stages, a person may completely lose the ability to talk with others or even take care of themselves. It can also cause changes in one’s mood and behavior over time. 

2. Vascular Dementia

Vascular dementia results from damage to the brain, and can even be caused by a stroke in some cases. Along with classic dementia symptoms, people with this illness also experience restlessness, problems with decision-making, and lack of organized thinking. Hallucinations are also possible.

3. Lewy Body Dementia

Lewy body dementia is a common form of this illness, falling just behind Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia in terms of occurrence. In fact, Lewy body dementia and Alzheimer’s share many of the same characteristics, including problems with cognition and reasoning. Other symptoms are similar to Parkinson’s, including problems with gait and decreased speed.

4. Huntington's Disease

Unlike other types of dementia listed here, Huntington's disease is often diagnosed and dementia care begun in people between the ages of 30 and 50. It results from a defective gene, which causes changes to a protein to induce Huntington's symptoms. People often become irritable and may also be prone to depression and anxiety. This condition also causes cognitive issues and abnormal movements. 

If you are having trouble giving your loved one all the support they need as they continue their fight with dementia, it’s okay to ask for help. Call (678) 210-7135 to contact the Provident Village at Creekside in Smyrna, GA. You can also speak to a representative at Provident Village at Canton by calling (770) 450-5135. Both memory care facilities provide dementia care, among their other services designed to give residents a high quality of living. To learn more about daily life in these communities, visit them online.