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By Sharon O'Brien, About.com Guide to Senior Living since 2004

Dementia: A Caregiver’s Guide

Sunday June 21, 2009
Dementia is a progressive brain disease, often causing people who have dementia to struggle with memory loss and an inability to think clearly. People with dementia also find it difficult to maintain a stable mood and perform common daily functions such as eating, bathing, and communicating with others. While dementia patients struggle with daily life, their caregivers have special challenges too. If you are the caregiver for someone with dementia, look here for information and support about understanding and coping with dementia.
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