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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lisa Salmon

UNCOVERED: 10 ways to explain dementia to children - The Untold Story

Dementia is very hard for adults to understand – so imagine how perplexing it must be for a child.

Not only does a close family member like their grandma or grandpa start forgetting things, but dementia – the most common form of which is Alzheimer’s – can mean those affected have problems with planning, decision-making and language, as well as changes in their mood and behaviour.

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