Experts warn mood changes as a potential early sign of dementia in the UK

The NHS estimates that approximately 676,000 individuals in England are living with dementia . Meanwhile, it is believed that around 982,000 people in the UK are affected by the disease , according to Alzheimer's Society.

'Dementia' is a term that encompasses more than 100 different types of the condition, and it's even possible for an individual to have more than one type. All forms of dementia have one thing in common: they cause damage to brain cells.

While dementia predominantly affects older individuals, particularly those aged 65 and over, it can develop at an earlier age.

Contrary to some beliefs, dementia is not a normal part of ageing but rather an illness that can affect anyone, reports the Express

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