Chemistry World | Many conditions can cause dementia, but Alzheimer's is the most common Chicago Tribune (blog) ANSWER: Dementia is a broad term used to describe a group of symptoms that interferes with a person's thinking and the ability to function well in day-to-day activities. Many conditions can result in dementia, but Alzheimer's disease is, by far, the ... Renewed focus on dementia checked by drug challenges Researchers propose 'simpler, more reliable' Alzheimer's diagnosis |