How To Spot Pick's Disease (Frontotemporal Dementia)

Neurological Changes

Similar to Alzheimer’s and other neurological conditions, one of the first and predominant symptoms of Pick’s is advanced memory loss. Unfortunately, the patient may begin to forget family and friends, places, things, and memories they have had their whole life. Similar to the previous symptoms, there are numerous behavioral and emotional changes the patient will experience. Behavioral signs include impulsivity and poor judgment, restlessness, overeating or drinking, repetitive or obsessive behavior (OCD), decreased interest in daily activities, lack of personal hygiene, sexual exhibitionism or promiscuity, inability to plan things, and a decline in function at work and home.

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