In what ways do females face a higher risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's than their male counterparts?

The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer's disease, which causes memory loss and other cognitive symptoms. It is a chronic illness with no known cure, though symptoms can be treated with medication in the meantime. Dementia is an umbrella term for a group of diseases and syndromes characterized by brain dysfunction. Dementia is characterized by a decline in cognitive abilities, including memory and decision-making, as well as social a....