Epilepsy More Common in FTD than Alzheimer’s, Study Finds
Epilepsy symptoms and the prescription of antiseizure medications are more common in FTD than Alzheimer’s disease, as reported in a study published in JAMA Neurology. The study sheds light on the risk of these symptoms in FTD and the potential overlap of the biological mechanisms of FTD and epilepsy. Epilepsy in FTD Can Begin Years…
Read MoreSubaru Share the Love Event 2025
Scott Campbell, owner of Subaru of Muskegon, MI has once again designated AFTD as one of their Hometown Charities for the 2025 Subaru Share the Love Event! From November 2025 to January 2026, the dealership will pledge a donation for every new car they sell or lease, and every routine service visit to be divided…
Read MoreAFTD Webinar: The Lived Experience with FTD: The Road to an FTD Diagnosis
While awareness of FTD disorders is increasing, many people still face a lengthy and complicated path to receiving a diagnosis. In this webinar, presenters will share their personal journeys to diagnosis, highlighting the obstacles they encountered and how they overcame them. Their experiences will provide valuable insight and encouragement for those currently seeking answers.…
Read MoreAdvancing Hope – AFTD Staff Attend 2025 ALS Nexus in Dallas
Amanda Gleixner, PhD, attended the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Nexus, held in Dallas, TX in August. The ALS Nexus is an annual conference hosted by the ALS Association which brings together researchers, clinicians, people with ALS, caregivers, advocates, and industry collaborators to collaborate and accelerate progress toward making ALS a livable disease and eventually finding…
Read MoreThe Lived Experience of FTD: The Benefits of Pets
The following Guest Feature was written by Deb Jobe, a member of the AFTD Persons With FTD Advisory Council. Deb was diagnosed with the corticobasal syndrome (CBS) subtype of FTD, and eventually left her job of 34 years. She helps cook, spends time with her daughter and grandson, and lives a rich and rewarding life. “It does…
Read MoreDr. Laura Podcast Hosts AFTD’s Esther Kane
AFTD Director of Support and Education Esther Kane, MSN, RN-CDP, joined Dr. Laura Schlesinger this week on her podcast, Dr. Laura’s Deep Dive. Kane provided context and background on FTD alongside another guest, Sue Freund, an AFTD volunteer, whose husband, Billy, had FTD and passed away earlier this year at age 58. Freund recalled thinking,…
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