Dementia is a syndrome characterised by progressive decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Early diagnosis and intervention can prolong the time during which patients can enjoy productive and fulfilling lives. This talk will cover the prevalence of dementia, risk factors, signs and symptoms, investigations, treatment approaches and prevention tips.

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  • Consultant Psychiatrist

    Nobel Psychological Wellness Centre

    Dr. Seng Kok Han is currently a psychiatrist, consultant, at Nobel Psychological Wellness Centre. He obtained his basic medical degree and his Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) from the National University of Singapore (NUS). He was appointed Visiting Scholar at the Duke University Medical Center and Health System, Durham, North Carolina, USA, under the Ministry of Health (MOH) HMDP (Health Manpower Development Programme) Fellowship Programme in 2010.

    He received the Public Service for the 21st Century (PS21) Distinguished Star Service Award in 2011 for achieving outstanding service excellence. He also received the Outstanding Educator Award from the Duke-NUS faculty and National Healthcare Group (NHG) Excellence Award in Teaching.

    Dr Seng is experienced in treating mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, and psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. He also treats insomnia, anxiety and stress-related disorders, and subspecialises in Geriatric Psychiatry.

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