Is your loved one’s health problem dementia or something else?

Dementia is a brain disorder that affects your memory, thinking and behavior. It worsens over time. People with dementia often have memory loss, confusion, language difficulties, mood or personality changes and impaired judgment. But dementia isn’t the only health condition that causes these types of symptoms. If you notice any warning signs of dementiain yourself or a loved one, consider getting screened because it is important to know what’s really going on.