Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is often described as a single disease, but it is better understood as a family of neurodegenerative disorders that can affect behavior, personality, language, movement, and cognition. For some families, genetics plays a major role. For others, there is no identifiable genetic cause. Understanding the connection between FTD and genetics can help families make informed decisions about genetic testing, better understand patterns of disease within a

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) affects thousands of Canadians and is one of the most common forms of young-onset dementia. Yet many people are surprised to learn that Canada does not have legislation specifically dedicated to FTD. Instead, FTD is included within broader dementia legislation and national policies. While this means people living with FTD are recognized in Canada's approach to dementia care, it also raises an important question: Does a broad dementia strategy ade

Imagine walking into work one day and noticing that your colleague has changed. They seem more impulsive, forgetful, emotionally distant, or they begin saying things that feel inappropriate or out of character. Their work performance declines, relationships become strained, and whispers begin circulating through the office. Most people assume stress. Burnout. Depression. Laziness. A bad attitude. What few people consider is that these could be the first signs of Frontotempora