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How do you perceive dementia?
We surveyed Canadians about how they perceive the stigma associated with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. See where you stand. It only takes a few minutes and the results might surprise you.
Question 1 of 10
I admit to using some type of stigmatizing language towards people living with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia.
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51% of Canadians have admitted to using some form of stigmatizing language such as telling dementia-related jokes or referring to someone as "senile or crazy."
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51% of Canadians have admitted to using some form of stigmatizing language such as telling dementia-related jokes or referring to someone as "senile or crazy."
Question 2 of 10
People living with dementia experience far more stigma than those living with physical health conditions.
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Canadians agree that people living with dementia are more likely to experience discrimination such as:
Being ignored or dismissed;
Being frequently taken advantage of;
Difficulty accessing appropriate services or supports, and;
Being feared or met with distrust or suspicion
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Canadians agree that people living with dementia are more likely to experience discrimination such as:
Being ignored or dismissed;
Being frequently taken advantage of;
Difficulty accessing appropriate services or supports, and;
Being feared or met with distrust or suspicion
Question 3 of 10
I would not feel comfortable interacting with someone I already know who has dementia.
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72% of Canadians said they would feel uncomfortable interacting with someone they already knew who has dementia.
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72% of Canadians said they would feel uncomfortable interacting with someone they already knew who has dementia.
Question 4 of 10
I would offer support for a family member or friend if they were open about their diagnosis.
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Only 39% of Canadians said they would offer support.
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Only 39% of Canadians said they would offer support.
Question 5 of 10
I would be comfortable interacting with a stranger who has dementia.
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36% of Canadians would be uncomfortable interacting with a stranger who has dementia.
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36% of Canadians would be uncomfortable interacting with a stranger who has dementia.
Question 6 of 10
If someone close to me was diagnosed, I would learn more about Alzheimer’s or dementia.
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Only 5% of Canadians admitted they would take time to learn more about the disease if someone close to them were diagnosed.
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Only 5% of Canadians admitted they would take time to learn more about the disease if someone close to them were diagnosed.
Question 7 of 10
If I were a caregiver to someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, I would feel embarrassed to be seen in public with the person.
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1 in 5 of caregivers agree that they sometimes feel embarrassed to be seen in public with the person they care for.
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1 in 5 of caregivers agree that they sometimes feel embarrassed to be seen in public with the person they care for.
Question 8 of 10
If I thought I had Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, I would seek help.
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1 in 5 Canadians said they would avoid seeking help for as long as possible, if they thought they had dementia, perhaps to avoid the associated stigma and embarrassment.
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1 in 5 Canadians said they would avoid seeking help for as long as possible, if they thought they had dementia, perhaps to avoid the associated stigma and embarrassment.
Question 9 of 10
I’m concerned about being affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
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56% of Canadians are concerned about being affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Of greatest concern is their fear of being a burden to others, losing their independence and the inability to recognize family and friends.
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56% of Canadians are concerned about being affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Of greatest concern is their fear of being a burden to others, losing their independence and the inability to recognize family and friends.
Question 10 of 10
I could live well with dementia.
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50% of Canadians said they don’t believe that they could live well with dementia.
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50% of Canadians said they don’t believe that they could live well with dementia.
There is a lot of stigma associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Let us help you understand. Continue exploring our site to learn more and help make your community more dementia-friendly.
