{"id":44823,"date":"2026-02-23T14:20:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T14:20:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/not-just-alzheimers-a-comprehensive-guide-on-major-dementia-types\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T14:20:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T14:20:08","slug":"not-just-alzheimers-a-comprehensive-guide-on-major-dementia-types","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/not-just-alzheimers-a-comprehensive-guide-on-major-dementia-types\/","title":{"rendered":"Not Just Alzheimer\u2019s: A Comprehensive Guide on Major Dementia Types"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">When people hear the word &#8220;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/a-closer-look-at-different-dementia-syndromes\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">dementia<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,&#8221; they often think of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease. While Alzheimer&#8217;s is the most common cause, dementia is not a single disease. Instead, it is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Many different conditions can cause dementia, each with unique symptoms and progression patterns. Having a comprehensive guide on major dementia types is essential for families navigating a new diagnosis. Understanding the specific type of dementia a loved one has is the first step toward finding the right treatment, support, and care strategy.\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Visit the best\u00a0<\/span><\/i><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Mental Health Clinic in Brooklyn at Doral Health &amp; Wellness, <\/span><\/i><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">or log on to<\/span><\/i><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">www.doralhw.org<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to\u00a0know more.<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">A Comprehensive Guide on Major Dementia Types<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A correct diagnosis is crucial because treatment and management strategies can vary significantly between types. A behavioral health specialist can conduct the necessary tests to differentiate them. Here are some of the most common forms of dementia.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/alzheimers-disease\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Alzheimer\u2019s Disease<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This is the most prevalent type, accounting for 60-80% of cases. It is characterized by the formation of plaques and tangles in the brain, which damage and kill nerve cells.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Symptoms:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Early signs typically involve difficulty remembering recent conversations, names, or events. As the disease progresses, it affects communication, judgment, and the ability to perform daily tasks.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/vascular-dementia-common-signs-and-symptoms\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vascular Dementia<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This type of dementia occurs due to brain damage caused by reduced or blocked blood flow to the brain, often following a stroke or a series of\u00a0mini-strokes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Symptoms:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Symptoms can appear suddenly after a stroke or develop gradually. They often include problems with planning, organizing, and decision-making, rather than memory loss as the primary symptom. Physical symptoms like slowed gait or poor balance are also common.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">LBD is caused by abnormal protein deposits, called Lewy bodies, that\u00a0develop in\u00a0nerve cells in the brain. These deposits affect brain chemicals, leading to problems with thinking, movement, behavior, and mood.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Symptoms:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0People with LBD often experience fluctuations in alertness and attention, visual hallucinations, and movement symptoms\u00a0similar to\u00a0Parkinson&#8217;s disease, such as tremors and stiffness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/frontotemporal-dementia-explained-why-it-happens-and-whos-at-risk\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:280,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">FTD is a group of disorders caused by the progressive loss of nerve cells in the brain&#8217;s frontal or temporal lobes.\u00a0It tends to occur at a younger age than Alzheimer&#8217;s, typically between 40 and 65.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Symptoms:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Because it affects the parts of the brain associated with personality and behavior, early symptoms often include dramatic changes in personality, socially inappropriate behavior, apathy, or language problems.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why an Accurate Diagnosis Matters<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Knowing the specific type of dementia is vital for several reasons. Certain medications that may help with Alzheimer&#8217;s can be harmful to someone with Lewy Body Dementia.\u00a0Furthermore, understanding the likely progression of the disease helps families plan for the future.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you suspect a loved one is showing signs of cognitive decline, it is crucial to seek a professional evaluation. An expert at a mental health clinic in Brooklyn can provide a thorough assessment to\u00a0determine\u00a0the underlying cause of the symptoms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/faqs-on-dementia-diagnosis-and-living-well\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Seeking Professional Support<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Navigating a dementia diagnosis is challenging, but you\u00a0don&#8217;t\u00a0have to do it alone. A behavioral health specialist can offer a diagnosis and help families create a care plan. They can also provide resources for managing difficult behaviors and\u00a0connect\u00a0caregivers with support groups. For those in the New York area,\u00a0the Doral Health &amp; Wellness Mental Health Department\u00a0in Brooklyn can be an invaluable local resource for specialized care.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dementia is a complex condition with many faces. Moving beyond the general label and understanding the specific diagnosis is\u00a0empowering for\u00a0patients and their families. This comprehensive guide on major dementia types serves as a starting point for that journey.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you are concerned about memory loss or behavioral changes in a loved one, do not hesitate to seek professional help.\u00a0An accurate\u00a0diagnosis is the most\u00a0important tool\u00a0you have for planning, treatment, and providing the best possible quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">For further inquiries, call us\u00a0on\u00a0+<\/span><\/b><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">1-<\/span><\/i><\/b><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">718-367-2555<\/span><\/i><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to get a consultation.<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Or<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0log on to<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/doralhw.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">www.doralw.org.<\/span><\/a><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you need help, register your information and make direct contact with us at\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/yuz88hfiyh7.typeform.com\/Doralintake\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/yuz88hfiyh7.typeform.com\/Doralintake<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Think dementia is just Alzheimer&#8217;s? 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