Information sheet Posterior cortical atrophy Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA) is a progressive degenerative condition which causes damage to brain cells at the back of the brain.
Information sheet Parkinson's disease with dementia Parkinson’s dementia is a condition that some people can experience as Parkinson’s disease progresses.
Information sheet Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and cognitive problems MS is a neurological condition which affects people in different ways.
Information sheet Korsakoff's syndrome Korsakoff’s syndrome is caused by lack of thiamine (vitamin B1), which affects the brain and nervous system.
Information sheet HIV associated dementia and AIDS dementia complex HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) can affect brain function and motor skills.This condition is known as HIV associated dementia and affects around 50% of people with HIV.
Information sheet Dementia with Lewy bodies Dementia with Lewy Bodies is a common form of dementia but many people have never heard of it.
Information sheet Vascular dementia People with vascular dementia often have a series of small strokes. These strokes are so small that they are generally not aware of them.
Information sheet Alzheimer's disease Alzheimer’s disease is an illness of the brain which causes dementia. Over half the people in Scotland who have dementia have Alzheimer’s disease.
Information sheet About dementia Dementia is not a natural part of the ageing process. It’s caused by illnesses that affect the brain.
Information sheet Coming into hospital - 5 key things The information in this booklet is designed to answer some of the questions you may have about preparing to come into hospital and about what to expect during your stay.
