There are several psychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions in which individuals exhibit a lack of awareness or insight that they have an illness. These people may be unable to identify their own condition accurately or understand the true extent of it.
Anosognosia is a neurological condition that impacts both individuals diagnosed with dementia and their caregivers. Some experts refer to it as a disorder of consciousness or a loss of self-awareness. It’s been estimated that up to 80% of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease are affected by it.
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Dr. Jim Collins is a Gerontologist and nationally-recognized expert in wellness and health care for seniors and older Americans. Over his 30-year career Dr. Collins has always had a strong focus on education – both as a prolific speaker, author of published articles, newsletters and the first book about person-centered care for seniors entitled "The Person-Centered Way: Revolutionizing Quality of Life in Long Term Care".
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