Brain Health: How Dementia Affects Daily Lives of Elderly Patients?

World Brain Day 2024: World Brain Day, held annually on July 22nd, is dedicated to raising awareness about brain health and neurological disorders. This day aims to educate the public about the importance of brain health, promote preventive measures, and advocate for improved treatment and care for people suffering from neurological conditions. This video will take you through the difficulties faced by elderly dementia patients who have been abandoned by their families, exploring their struggles and the hope that can be found through proper care and assistance. 

Dementia in Elders

Dementia is a broad term that refers to a variety of brain disorders, most notably Alzheimer's disease, that cause a progressive decline in cognitive function. This decline has an impact on memory, reasoning, orientation, comprehension, calculation, learning capacity, language, and judgment. Dementia has a significant impact on elderly people’s daily lives, making it difficult to perform routine tasks, maintain personal hygiene, and communicate effectively.