Main navigation Home Information About dementia About you Resources Free information kit Videos Information in other languages Library Browse all resources Find a resource Help sheets The Dementia Guide Technology Risk reduction Support Education Get involved Research Events About us Media Centre News and Stories Dementia Australia Careers and volunteering Campaigns Publications About dementia 1 What is dementia? This Help Sheet describes dementia, who gets it and some of its most common forms. It describes some early signs of dementia and emphasises the importance of a timely medical diagnosis. Assyrian | English