What Is Dementia

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is dementia?

• A) A viral infection causing mental fogginess and memory issues that is common among the elderly due to weakened immune systems.
• B) A cumulative psychological condition stemming from years of PTSD and/or high emotional stress.
• C) A progressive fatal neurological condition whose symptoms over time include loss of language, inability to identify objects or people, loss of some motor skills, and inability to carry out complex tasks.
• D) A typical forgetfulness and short-term memory recall failure that commonly occurs with aging.

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