For instance, senile arthritis is a joint disease that arises in one’s senior years.
However, the use of the word “senility” has fallen out of favor over the years.
Memory loss or confusion that occurs with old age is currently referred to as dementia.
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This article discusses senility and why the term was replaced with “dementia.”
What Does ‘Senile’ Mean?
Moreover, the loss of these abilities makes it increasingly difficult for people to function or care for themselves.
Medical professionals usually classify dementia by stage based on symptoms.
Stages may be classified as follows:
What Are the Warning Signs of Dementia?
One of the most important things you could do is to maintain healthy blood pressure.
Hypertension can be managed through diet, exercise, and medication.
Exercise is also recommended for people who have already been diagnosed with dementia.
While the research is not as strong, studies suggest it may still provide cognitive benefits.
Research shows following the MIND dietmay help slow age-related cognitive decline.
What’s more, their brains also looked about four years younger.
Eating more green leafy vegetables, fatty fish, and legumes was also associated with healthier brains.
Not surprisingly, eating a lot of sugary and fried foods was linked to greater evidence of dementia.
Informal activities that keep your mind active can help, too.
Mild-to-severe dementia may be treated with medications known asacetylcholinesteraseinhibitors.
However, persistent memory issues accompanied by mood or functional changes could signal something more serious.
Keeping your mind active with cognitive training and everyday activities can also help to slow cognitive decline.
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