Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a rare form of dementia that tends to occur at a younger age than other dementias. About 60% of people with FTD are 45 to 64 years old. It is caused by damage to neurons in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain. This damage causes changes in thinking and behaviors. Many possible symptoms can result, including emotional problems, trouble communicating, difficulty with work, or difficulty with walking.
There is no way to slow down or prevent FTD, but there are ways to help manage the symptoms, like maintaining a schedule, decreasing distractions, and changing the environment to help with behavioral issues.
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