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Study Highlights Importance in Differentiating Varying Types of Disinhibition in bvFTD
A study published in the medical journal Cortex highlights the importance of differentiating between the various types of disinhibition in bvFTD. The study was conducted by Lara Migliaccio and Bénédicte…
AFTD Staff and Volunteers Featured in Domestic and International News Stories
Members of AFTD’s staff, Board, and Medical Advisory Council (MAC), as well as AFTD volunteers, were featured in stories published by domestic and international news outlets following the announcement of…
New Book on Atypical Dementias Explains FTD with Case Studies and Lived Experiences
A recently published book, Atypical Dementias: Understanding Midlife Language, Visual, Behavioral & Cognitive Changes, provides insight into FTD and other atypical dementias and explains the science behind the conditions. Author…
Duke Health Asking for People with FTD to Participate in Non-Invasive Study
AFTD does not “endorse” or “approve” any study or take funding to publicize research opportunities. We provide information and encourage you to consider whether this study seeking participants is a…
Study Recommends New Approach to Paying for Dementia Care
A study recently published in Health Affairs highlights the high costs of dementia care and the need for a more comprehensive model of care. The authors of the study emphasize…
Tips & Advice: Aggressive Behavior and FTD
One of FTD’s more troubling symptoms is the emergence of uncharacteristically aggressive behavior. Every case of FTD is different; and while aggression may not develop, it is still worth considering…
FTD-Themed Play “Chasing Rainbows” Coming to Sacramento
On Saturday, March 4, playwright Bob Powers will perform his one-person show Chasing Rainbows, based on his real-life experience with his late husband, who had primary progressive aphasia. One hundred…
Tips & Advice: Dealing with Feelings of Grief Following the Bruce Willis Diagnosis
The news last week that beloved actor Bruce Willis is living with FTD has sparked a surge of FTD coverage by media outlets around the world. Stimulating greater awareness and…
AFTD Webinar: Differentiating Behavioral Variant FTD from Alzheimer’s and Other Disorders
Join Dr. Howard Rosen, a behavioral neurologist and FTD expert, as he presents a clear and practical approach to diagnosing behavioral variant FTD (bvFTD) and differentiating it from Alzheimer’s disease,…
March 25: In-Person Meet & Greet in Milford, MA
Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event in Milford, Massachusetts on March 25. Download this flyer to learn more,…
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