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 ...

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

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 ...

early-stage vascular dementia often involves difficulty with: Memory (problems recalling recent events, often mild) Language (speech may become less fluent, for instance) Visuospatial skills ...