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Areas of the Brain Affected by Alzheimer's and Other Dementias

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Picture of areas in the brain affected by Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive condition that damages areas of the brain involved in memory, intelligence, judgment, language, and behavior. It is the most common form of mental decline, or dementia, in older adults.

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Last Updated: November 9, 2010
Medical Review:
Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine

Peter J. Whitehouse, MD - Neurology


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