You may find yourself in an unfamiliar role to care for someone newly diagnosed with dementia. You may be confused as to where to look for information, worried about what to expect as the disease progresses and felt concern about whether you are capable to support the person with dementia. It is normal to feel this way. However, if you take some time to understand about dementia, you will be able to provide a person-centered care and support. This page introduces the common symptoms of dementia and behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia, along with how caregivers should deal with these symptoms.