The article debunks the myth that cognitive decline is an inevitable aspect of aging, highlighting that the belief is widespread among both the public and health professionals. According to the World Alzheimer Report 2024, many mistake normal age-related cognitive changes for the onset of dementia. Experts emphasize that while cognitive changes are common with aging, they do not automatically lead to deterioration or illness. Understanding the distinction is crucial to avoid stigmatizing normal age-related changes as indicators of impending cognitive decline.
It's important to distinguish between age-related cognitive changes and those that lead to some kind of illness...cognitive deterioration is frequent, but it's not unavoidable.
Considering dementia a foregone conclusion is a widespread practice: 80% of the population incorrectly believe that dementia is a normal part of aging.
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