Lewy Body Dementia

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 Lewy Body Dementia affects approximately 1.4 million people in the U.S. and is the third most common cause of dementia. It is often underdiagnosed due to symptoms overlapping with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. LBD is caused by abnormal protein deposits called Lewy bodies that disrupt normal brain function. 

• Sleep disturbances
• Memory loss
• Hallucinations
• Fluctuations in alertness and attention

 Symptoms can take up to two years to develop to a diagnosable level. While there is no cure, treatments include medication and therapies such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy.