noun
- Plural of dementia; progressive diseases of the brain characterized by loss of memory, thinking ability, and behavioral control.
Usage: Medical term; Countable noun when referring to multiple types or cases
Examples
- Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia are the most common dementias in elderly populations.
- Research into dementias has increased significantly over the past decade.
- Different dementias present with varying symptoms and progression rates.
- Healthcare providers must distinguish between different dementias to provide appropriate treatment.
- The family struggled as multiple dementias affected their relatives.