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We can’t know if Donald Trump has dementia. Even if he did, it wouldn’t excuse his actions

We can’t know if Donald Trump has dementia. Even if he did, it wouldn’t excuse his actions

Claims about dementia may seem explanatory, but diagnosing from a distance is flawed – and risks stigma, misinformation and misplaced...

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Pearls and Irritations

Joyce Siette

We can’t know if Donald Trump has dementia. Even if he did, it wouldn’t excuse his actions

We can’t know if Donald Trump has dementia. Even if he did, it wouldn’t excuse his actions

Blaming behaviour we don’t like on a disease means less accountability, and is bad for those who live with dementia. It’s also often inaccurate.

23.04.2026 6

The Conversation

Joyce Siette

Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk – new study

People who did a lot of physical activity between 45 and 64 had much lower odds of developing dementia – even when they carried a genetic risk factor.

19.11.2025 10

The Conversation

Joyce Siette

Could cold sores increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease? A new study is no cause for panic

Alzheimer’s is a complex disease caused by many interacting factors. It’s possible the herpes virus could play a small role – but the evidence...

22.05.2025 10

The Conversation

Joyce Siette

Dementia risk depends on more than lifestyle factors. Overstating this can cause stigma and blame

Are we promoting prevention strategies that work for everyone, or only for those who already have the means and access?

13.05.2025 10

The Conversation

Joyce Siette