Too young for dementia? The six warning signs for people under 65

Contrary to what is thought, neurodegenerative diseases do not only affect the elderly. Quickly detecting the first symptoms and providing adequate support is essential to preserve the quality of life of young patients and their loved ones.

North East man diagnosed with dementia creates leaflet to inspire hope in others

Michael Booth thought he suffered “a real blow” when he was diagnosed with dementia aged 46.  Just six months prior, his own mother, who had been diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s, died, so he described the diagnosis as “a kick in the stomach”.

Too young for dementia? The six warning signs for people under 65

The number of younger people with dementia is rising fast. But what are the red flags and how can you protect yourself? Most of us try not to think about...

For researchers, prevention of disease should begin early and be a goal for the entire life

5 Reasons Young-onset Dementia Is Often Missed

University of the West of Scotland dementia researcher Molly Murray explains why early-onset dementia often goes undiagnosed. Around 57 million people worldwide have dementia.... The post 5 Reasons Young-onset Dementia Is Often Missed appeared first on Being Patient.

Understanding common cause of young-onset dementia

When most people hear the word “dementia,” they think of older adults. It’s often seen as something that comes with aging. But dementia doesn’t only affect the elderly. In fact, it can begin much earlier in life. This condition, called young-onset dementia, affects people under the age of 65—sometimes as young as 30—and it presents […] The post Understanding common cause of young-onset dementia appeared first on Knowridge Science Report.