Dementia diagnosis If you or someone close to you is experiencing changes such as significant memory loss, confusion or language difficulties, it’s a good idea to visit your GP for an assessment. Advice Why is it important to get dementia diagnosed? Getting a diagnosis of dementia can give you a better understanding of the condition and what to expect. Timely diagnosis can help you make important decisions about treatment, support and care. Read more Advice Talking to your GP about dementia If you are worried that your or someone else's symptoms may be dementia, the first thing to do is to contact your GP surgery. This page has information to help you prepare and get the most out of your conversation. Read more Advice How to get a dementia diagnosis The dementia diagnosis process can vary for everyone. This page describes the typical steps involved in getting a diagnosis, including what might happen if you are referred to a specialist. Read more Advice Tests and scans used to diagnose dementia A dementia diagnosis can be based on several tests, scans and assessments. This page describes the tests and scans you might have if your GP refers you to a specialist. Read more Advice Receiving a dementia diagnosis There’s a lot to think about when you find out you have dementia. But you’re not alone, and we can help you adjust and access the right information and support. Read more
Advice Why is it important to get dementia diagnosed? Getting a diagnosis of dementia can give you a better understanding of the condition and what to expect. Timely diagnosis can help you make important decisions about treatment, support and care. Read more
Advice Talking to your GP about dementia If you are worried that your or someone else's symptoms may be dementia, the first thing to do is to contact your GP surgery. This page has information to help you prepare and get the most out of your conversation. Read more
Advice How to get a dementia diagnosis The dementia diagnosis process can vary for everyone. This page describes the typical steps involved in getting a diagnosis, including what might happen if you are referred to a specialist. Read more
Advice Tests and scans used to diagnose dementia A dementia diagnosis can be based on several tests, scans and assessments. This page describes the tests and scans you might have if your GP refers you to a specialist. Read more
Advice Receiving a dementia diagnosis There’s a lot to think about when you find out you have dementia. But you’re not alone, and we can help you adjust and access the right information and support. Read more
