What is Familial frontotemporal dementia (fFTD)?
Familial frontotemporal dementia is an inherited form of FTD, caused by genetic changes that run in families.Learn about other types of rare dementias
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How it may present
Symptoms often mirror frontotemporal dementia (FTD), but may:
- Appear at a younger age
- Occur across generations
- Include behaviour, language or decision-making changes
Why it matters
Like other inherited dementias, fFTD raises complex questions about genetics, identity and future planning.
FAQ
Familial frontotemporal dementia is an inherited form of FTD, caused by genetic changes that run in families.
Symptoms often mirror frontotemporal dementia (FTD), but may:
- Appear at a younger age
- Occur across generations
- Include behaviour, language or decision-making changes
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Rare dementias can feel isolating, but support, understanding and community make a difference.
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