Frontotemporal disorder (FTD), also known as frontotemporal dementia, is a group of disorders
caused by progressive nerve cell loss in the brain's frontal lobes or its
temporal lobes. Here are ten signs that may indicate the presence of FTD:
1.
Personality Changes: Noticeable
changes in personality, including increased impulsivity, lack of inhibition, or
apathy.
2.
Behavioral Changes: Engaging in
socially inappropriate behavior, compulsive or repetitive actions, or loss of
empathy towards others.
3.
Language Difficulties: Problems
with speaking, understanding, reading, or writing. This may include speaking in
short sentences or struggling to find the right words.
4.
Decision-Making Problems:
Difficulty making decisions, poor judgment, and problems with planning or
organizing tasks.
5.
Emotional Changes: Unusual
emotional responses, such as indifference to others' feelings, or inappropriate
emotional reactions like laughing at sad events.
6.
Changes in Eating Habits:
Altered eating habits, such as overeating, craving specific foods (often
sweets), or a decline in table manners.
7.
Lack of Personal Hygiene:
Neglect of personal care, grooming, and hygiene.
8.
Motor Symptoms: Movement
difficulties, such as tremors, rigidity, balance problems, or changes in
walking.
9.
Executive Dysfunction: Problems
with higher-order cognitive functions like planning, reasoning, multitasking,
and problem-solving.
10.
Loss of Insight: A reduced
awareness or understanding of one's own behavior changes or cognitive deficits.
These symptoms
can vary depending on the subtype of FTD and the individual. If you or someone
you know is experiencing these signs, it is important to seek medical
evaluation for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
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