Can Dementia Be Reversed?

Some causes of dementia can be reversed through proper identification, intervention, and treatment. Nurses play an essential role in improving the lives of many older adults by recognizing and treating reversible forms of dementia.

Can a person recover from dementia?

There is currently no "cure" for dementia. In fact, because dementia is caused by different diseases it is unlikely that there will be a single cure for dementia. Research is aimed at finding cures for dementia-causing diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies.

Which type of dementia is reversible?

Dementia is classified into two groups, reversible (pseudo-dementia) and irreversible (non pseudo-dementia). Irreversible dementia causes changes in behavior and personality. The most common irreversible types of dementia are as follows: Alzheimer's disease.