Psychological disorder - dementia Flashcards
1
Q
What is dementia?
A
Not a disease in its own right. Deterioration in intellectual functioning and social behaviour. Differences in presentation.
2
Q
What is the demography of dementia?
A
Around 800,000 in the UK and 17,000 aged under 65. Over-represented in women and people in care homes. Future increases in prevelance.
3
Q
What are the syndromes and symptoms?
A
Alzheimers, vascular etc
Subtle onset, symptom under-reporting, lack of self-awareness
Loss of personhood
4
Q
What are the phramacological treatments available?
A
AChE inhibitors
NMDA receptor antagonists (amantidine)
Psychiatric drugs
5
Q
What is the national dementia strategy?
A
Awareness, early intervention, information and care access.
