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Q: What should I do if I think I have dementia?
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Alzheimer's Australia is the peak body providing support and advocacy for the 257,000 Australians living with dementia. View profileThe first step is to see your doctor ask for an assessment. Being assessed early can allow a doctor to rule out other conditions that may be causing the memory loss or changing behaviour (depression, or hormone imbalance for example) which there may be treatments for. If a diagnosis of dementia is made, however, this does have its benefits for the patient and their family and carers. An early diagnosis allows for advance planning of finances, health and future medical care. This also allows time for the person with the diagnosis and any family members or carers to receive information, education and any counselling or support they need. These services are all offered through Alzheimer’s Australia. Reply to this post | Report
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