Dialogue on Dementia: Changing Behaviors with Frontotemporal Dementia and Lewy Body Dementia

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a type of dementia that affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain — the areas that control behavior, language, and social skills. Unlike Alzheimer’s, memory loss may not show up early. Instead, caregivers often notice personality changes, impulsive actions, emotional flatness, inappropriate comments, or trouble finding words. Some people also develop movement or speech issues as the disease progresses. Understanding these differences can help families r

Understanding and Managing Frontotemporal Dementia