Research A new type of dementia: It’s never too LATE An international team of researchers has identified a brain disorder, known as LATE, that mimics the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s Society researcher, Dr Kirsty McAleese shares what this means for dementia research. 15 May 2019 16
News Guidelines proposed for newly defined Alzheimer's-like brain disorder – Alzheimer’s Society comments A recently recognized brain disorder that mimics clinical features of Alzheimer's disease has for the first time been defined with recommended diagnostic criteria and other guidelines. Read more
Advice Learning disabilities and dementia Read our introduction to dementia in people with learning disabilities. This section includes details of why someone with a learning disability is more likely to develop dementia, and suggestions how they can live well with the condition. Read more
Advice The progression and stages of dementia Dementia is progressive. This means symptoms may be relatively mild at first but they get worse with time. Dementia affects everyone differently, however it can be helpful to think of dementia progressing in 'three stages'. Read more
Real stories A successful businessman who won’t let dementia tarnish his personal pride From the August/September 2016 issue of our magazine, meet Abdus Shahid, a business and family man who retains a strong identity. Read more
Advice Learning disabilities and dementia - more resources Get details of organisations that can provide information and support if you know someone with learning disabilities who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. Read more
Advice Symptoms of dementia in people with a learning disability Find out the common symptoms of dementia for someone who has a learning disability, as well as the best way to carry out an assessment. Read more
Advice Learning disability and risk of developing dementia This pages looks at why people living with a learning disability are at increased risk of developing dementia. Read more
Advice What is different about dementia in someone with a learning disability? Find out why dementia is different for someone with a learning disability. Read more
