A Cleveland Clinic expert explains the signs that indicate a dementia patient is nearing the end of their life.

All types of dementia are progressive and pass through different stages. Physical symptoms may be mild at first but can eventually severely affect a person’s movement. A 2022 scientific report ...

The number of dementia stages varies by tool. A widely used dementia staging tool is the Global Deterioration Scale (GDS). The GDS defines seven stages of cognitive impairment: The stages of ...