Brain Injury
A traumatic injury in the brain would lead to any type of impact to the skull, a major risk factor for dementia. The injury would cause abnormal functions of brain proteins, such as tau and beta-amyloid. Over time, these effects on the brain might trigger initial symptoms of dementia. The most common cause of traumatic brain injuries is hitting the head at home or during a vehicle accident. Those people who had multiple injuries can be even at higher risks, especially for a special form of dementia called chronic traumatic encephalopathy. That’s why it is important to seek immediate medical attention to prevent further complications. [3]
