Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Multiple types of dementia

Alzheimers Dementia: this is the most common and cause by the loss of brain cells. This is caused when the cells that control memory and mental functions are destroyed by abnormal amounts of protien in the brain

Vascular Dementia: this is the second most commong in and caused by a blockage of the brains blood supply. This form of dementia effects the memory and cognitive functioning. However, unlike Alzheimers, this is treatable, and can be prevented or reduced.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

GOOD INFO KAYLA! =) Alzheimer's seems like it would be most common among older people, so awesome research!

Kaitlyn said...

i love your picture kayla! it is neat to see how the brain works with dementia and the activity that is going on. keep posting :)