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Statistics from the CDC show that while 4.0% of adults aged 65 and older had a dementia diagnosis in 2022, the prevalence jumped to 13.1% in those aged 85 and older, providing a clear answer to what age group is most likely to get dementia.
According to the World Health Organization, age is the strongest known risk factor for dementia. However, this does not mean that advanced age cause dementia directly; rather, it increases the likelihood of the diseases that cause dementia. It is crucial to understand this distinction to address risk factors effectively and separate pathological decline from the normal cognitive changes that come with getting older.
According to the Global Deterioration Scale (GDS), Stage 4 is the first stage where a formal diagnosis of dementia becomes highly likely during a clinical interview. This moderate phase marks a significant shift, as the cognitive changes associated with dementia become more apparent to others, moving beyond mild forgetfulness to create noticeable challenges in daily life.
