Rarer types of dementia

Rarer types of dementia

Rarer types of dementia Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, but there are many rarer diseases and conditions that can lead to dementia, dementia-like symptoms or mild cognitive impairment. What are the rarer types of dementia? Rarer forms of...
Learning disabilities and dementia

Learning disabilities and dementia

Learning disabilities and dementia Read our introduction to dementia in people with learning disabilities. This section includes details of why someone with a learning disability is more likely to develop dementia, and suggestions how they can live well with the...
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI)

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI)

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) This page explains what mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is and tells you about some of the main symptoms. What is mild cognitive impairment? Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a condition in which someone has minor problems with...
HIV-related cognitive impairment

HIV-related cognitive impairment

HIV-related cognitive impairment People with HIV and AIDS sometimes develop cognitive impairment, particularly in the later stages of their illness. What is HIV-related cognitive impairment? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, but there are many...
Alcohol-related brain damage

Alcohol-related brain damage

Alcohol-related brain damage Learn more about Alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD) and read practical tips for carers supporting someone with the condition. What is Alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD)? Alcohol-related brain damage is a brain disorder caused by...
Young-onset dementia

Young-onset dementia

Young-onset dementia These pages explains what Young-onset dementia is, including the causes and symptoms, and how it is diagnosed and treated. What is young-onset dementia? People with dementia whose symptoms started before they were 65 are often described as...