What is Dotage?
Dotage refers to the period of old age when a person is no longer as mentally or physically capable as they once were. It is a state of senility or mental decline that often comes with advanced age.
Signs of Dotage
- Forgetfulness
- Confusion
- Dependence on others for daily tasks
Examples of Dotage
An elderly person may exhibit signs of dotage by forgetting important dates, having trouble remembering names, or struggling to perform simple tasks.
Case Studies
In a study conducted by the National Institute on Aging, it was found that 40% of individuals over the age of 65 experience some form of cognitive decline.
Statistics on Dotage
According to the World Health Organization, the number of people aged 60 and above is expected to double by 2050, with the majority of them experiencing some level of dotage.
