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Published 2012-03-10
PSA on Dementia
By BSN4E group 1
Elective Class 2nd Sem SY 2011-2012

Fun Fact: The concept for this video was based on the 9GAG post 9gag.com/gag/2143265

Additional Information on Dementia:
-Dementia describes different brain disorders that trigger a loss of brain function. These conditions are all usually progressive and eventually severe.

-Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia, affecting 62 per cent of those diagnosed.

-Other types of dementia include; vascular dementia affecting 17 per cent of those diagnosed, mixed dementia affecting 10 per cent of those diagnosed.

-Symptoms of dementia include memory loss, confusion and problems with speech and understanding. Dementia is a terminal condition.

- Personality changes such as sudden angry outbursts, or a person who used to be friendly and is now somewhat hostile, are not uncommon with dementia.

All Comments (2)
  • @thirdy18
    I couldn't help but cry especially at the later part of the video. :(