How dementia progresses
All types of Dermentia are progressive. This means that the structure and chemistry of the brain become increasingly damaged over time. How quickly progresses depends on the individual. Each person is unique and experiences in their own way. The way people experience depends on many factors, including physical make-up, emotional resilience and the support available to them. Viewing as a series of stages can be a useful way to understand the illness, but it is important to realise that this only provides a rough guide to the progress of the condition.
The progression of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias
This page outlines the characteristics of the early, middle and late stages of Alzheimer’s disease and briefly looks at how other forms of dementia progress.
The early stages of dementia
In the early stages of dementia, a person’s symptoms will be noticeable and will affect their day-to-day life. Learn more about the early stages of dementia.
The later stages of dementia
The later stages of dementia can be a challenging time both for the person experiencing dementia and for those close to them. Find out what you can expect and where you can get help and support.
Short-term memory problems and dementia
Worried about your memory? Find out more about short-term memory problems and what you can do next.
The brain and dementia
Knowing more about the brain may help someone caring for a person with dementia to understand the condition and support them better.