Rethinking societal perceptions of ageing...

In a world where societies are aging and dementia is increasingly common, we must ask: how to understand aging, growth and dementia differently? 

In ADLab, we approach dementia not as a condition confined to the brain, but as something that exists between and around people, shaped by relationships, environments, and communities. Dementia becomes a metaphor for the challenges and opportunities faced by aging generations across the globe. This perspective shifts the focus from an individual diagnosis situated in the brain to collective experience, encouraging us to see dementia as a societal issue rather than merely a health concern.

For over a decade, I have studied and experienced aging and dementia, and I am continually inspired by the warmth, resilience, and creativity of older people. Yet, I know we have still a lot to explore together. Together, we need to remain curious, to ask questions that provoke thought and invite new ways of understanding. Ageing and dementia  is not just about loss - it is about connection, growth, and the power of vulnerability.