Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease

The chapter provides an in-depth exploration of dementia, focusing on Alzheimer's disease and its challenges in diagnosis. It covers the definition of dementia, different types such as Lewy body dementia and frontotemporal dementia, and the importance of thorough evaluations. The chapter also discusses the pathophysiology of Alzheimer's, diagnostic criteria, differences between delirium and dementia, and the global prevalence and impact of Alzheimer's disease.