Does frontal lobe dementia affect walking?

Frontotemporal Dementia, or Frontotemporal Disorder, also very well known as FTD can show off several symptoms that may result in difficulty in walking, unusual behaviors, emotional problems, trouble communicating, and difficulty with work.

How does Frontotemporal Dementia affect you physically?

Frontotemporal Dementia may also portray diverse symptoms depending on the affected person. Some people may experience tremors, muscle spasms or weakness, rigidity, poor coordination and/or balance or difficulty swallowing.

Does Frontotemporal Dementia have psychiatric symptoms?

Frontotemporal Dementia can show off psychiatric symptoms like hallucinations or delusions, however, these symptoms are very rare.

Who has Frontotemporal Dementia?

Which public figure has Frontotemporal Dementia? The family of popular American actor, Bruce Willis, has announced that the Hollywood actor has been diagnosed with Frontotemporal Dementia.

“Today [Thursday, February 16, 2023], there are no treatments for the disease, a reality that we hope can change in the years ahead. As Bruce’s condition advances, we hope that any media attention can be focused on shinning a light on his disease that needs far more awareness and research.  Bruce always believed in using his voice in the world to help others, and to raise awareness about important issues both publicly and privately. We know in our hearts that – if he could today – he would want to respond to bringing global attention and a connectedness with those who are also dealing with the debilitating disease and how it impacts so many individuals and their families,” the family’s statement read.