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Understanding Dementia

This editable PowerPoint presentation (.pptx) was created using Canva and is designed for BTEC Level 3 Health & Social Care, specifically Unit 17: Caring for Individuals with Dementia. It supports key learning aims for early-stage lessons, focusing on the definition of dementia, its impact on brain function, and the effects on quality of life and wellbeing.

The resource covers:

Definitions of dementia and common types (e.g. Alzheimer’s, Vascular Dementia)

Age-related onset and early symptoms

Brain anatomy linked to memory and behaviour (frontal lobe, hippocampus, amygdala)

Key symptoms and how dementia affects daily living

Includes clear learning objectives, key vocabulary, and visual diagrams to support understanding.

Suitable for:
BTEC Level 3 Health & Social Care. Also adaptable for T Level Health, Level 2 Health & Social Care, and other vocational learning focused on cognitive disorders and person-centred care.