Vascular Dementia

Early Signs of Vascular Dementia

The early signs of vascular dementia include;

  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Slowness of organizing thoughts or actions
  • Trouble with planning
  • Difficulty understanding

Later Signs

  • Trouble walking
  • Slowed thinking
  • Difficulty speaking
  • Memory loss
  • Depression
  • Confusion

Causes of Vascular Dementia

  • Strokes that result in blockage of brain arteries
  • Narrowed or damaged brain blood vessels
  • Brain hemorrhage

Risk Factors

  • Smoking
  • Obesity
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • Older Age
  • Unhealthy cholesterol levels
  • Heart attacks

How to Prevent Vascular Dementia

  • Exercise Regularly
  • Follow a low-fat diet to gain control over your cholesterol levels
  • Try cholesterol-lowering medications to prevent strokes and heart attacks
  • Quit smoking

 

Julia Davis

Mental health expert
MS, University of Latvia

I am deeply convinced that each patient needs a unique, individual approach. Therefore, I use different psychotherapy methods in my work. During my studies, I discovered an in-depth interest in people as a whole and the belief in the inseparability of mind and body, and the importance of emotional health in physical health. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (a big fan of thrillers) and going on hikes.

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