Why the Person Often Lacks Insight

Why people with FTD may not recognise their own symptoms or changes Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) Lack of insight is a common symptom in frontotemporal dementia (FTD). This article explains why people with FTD may not recognise their own symptoms — and how caregivers can respond in everyday situations. Explore the full Frontotemporal Dementia care guide … Read more

Why Behaviour Can Change So Dramatically

Understanding sudden behavioural changes in FTD and what causes them Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) Behaviour changes are often one of the most challenging symptoms of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). This article explains why behaviour can change so dramatically — and what causes these changes in the brain. Explore the full Frontotemporal Dementia care guide For many families, … Read more

What Happens in the Brain

How frontotemporal dementia affects the brain and changes behaviour and emotions Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, leading to changes in behaviour, personality, and emotional understanding. This article explains what happens in the brain — and why these changes occur. Explore the full FTD care guide … Read more

When Personality Begins to Change

Early signs of personality change in frontotemporal dementia and how to understand them Frontotemporal dementia Personality changes are often one of the first signs of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). This article explains why behaviour changes occur and how families can understand what is happening. Explore the full Frontotemporal Dementia care guide  For many families, the first … Read more

Introduction to Frontotemporal dementia (FTD)

When the Social Compass Changes Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) often begins with changes in behaviour, personality, and social understanding. This article explains the early signs of frontotemporal dementia and how families can understand what is happening. Explore our full Frontotemporal Dementia care guide Frontotemporal dementia often begins with changes that are difficult to … Read more

Frontotemporal Dementia Care Strategies

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) affects behaviour, personality, and communication in ways that can be difficult to understand.This guide explains the most common symptoms and provides practical strategies for handling real-life situations in dementia care. FTD often leads to sudden personality changes, impulsive behaviour, and communication difficulties.These changes can create confusion, frustration, and conflict in everyday situations. … Read more

Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)

Frontotemporal dementia often presents differently from memory-led forms of dementia. Early changes are frequently seen in behaviour, impulse control, emotional regulation, or language rather than memory. Understanding this difference is essential for how we respond. What Changes Functionally In FTD, the frontal and temporal systems that support regulation and social interpretation are affected. This can … Read more