Dementia is a terrible word. Why do people still use it?

It’s important to get an early diagnosis but the word is offensive and takes power away from peopleDementia is a word with a horrific impact.I’m talking about the word and its origins, not the disease. I have observed people living well with dementia and this antiquated and negative term belittles the contribution to society that they can make. I am in my third year of a PhD and my research is based in care homes where I get to observe good care that challenges, includes and promotes