Some people use the term ‘alcohol-related dementia’ to refer to alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD). However, it’s not really a type of dementia because, more of a brain injury. Find out about correct diagnosis and treatment options.

If a person regularly drinks much more than the recommended limit of alcohol, it can damage their brain. It will cause their memory and thinking abilities to get worse over time. This is known as alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD).

Homes can be adapted to make daily life easier for people living with dementia and their carers. This includes using different types of equipment and improving the design and layout of the home.

If you are worried that you, your partner or someone you know is at risk of sexual abuse, it is important to share these concerns. Talk to a friend or family member, or to a professional such as a GP, a social worker, or a care home manager if you are concerned.

A person living in a residential, nursing or shared home may want to continue to have sexual relationships and be intimate. Find out how to support a person with dementia who is in a relationship, including a list of questions to think about and discuss with the care home staff. 

You can hire or buy equipment to improve the home of a person with dementia. Some equipment is provided for free by social services and the NHS. 

People with dementia can experience problems with drinking. These can include problems with staying hydrated or with alcohol.

A person with dementia may experience changes in how they respond to sex, be inappropriate or aggressive, mistake a person for someone else, or behave sexually in public. There are ways to manage challenging behaviour. 

A good mealtime experience can have a positive impact on a person’s health and wellbeing. Food preparation and the person’s surroundings can be important.

Dementia can put a strain on your relationship. There are practical things you can do to maintain a positive relationship with your partner. This page also looks at what you can do if you didn't have a good relationship before your partner's diagnosis. 

Dementia can affect a person's sexual behaviour, sometimes meaning they are less or more interested in sex. Partners of a person with dementia may also feel differently about sex and intimacy. Find out how to manage these changes.

The most important part of sex and intimacy is consent. A diagnosis of dementia does not mean that someone automatically lacks the ability to consent to sex and intimacy.  However, they may have the mental capacity to engage in sex at some times, and lack it at others. Both partners must consent to sexual activity.