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A doctor delivering a new diagnosis of dementia gestures at a clipboard as she explains her findings.

Transforming How We Address a New Diagnosis of Dementia

Receiving a new diagnosis of dementia is not easy. It kicks off a difficult rollercoaster of emotions that are heightened if the diagnosis is given starkly, without empathy or compassion. There are steps physicians can (and should) take when delivering a dementia diagnosis to ease the initial impact, empowering and