The therapy of frontotemporal dementia

Frontotemporal dementia is the second most common aetiology for pre-senile dementia after Alzheimer's disease. An insidious onset, a progressive course, and early behavioural changes are the main symptoms of this disorder. Further symptoms such as loss of drive, agitation, stereotypic behaviour, cognitive impairment, and language problems are also typical. Only few studies on the therapy of FTD have been published so far. However, results indicate that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) are effective against bebavioural disturbances. Furthermore, individualized nonpharmacological interventions may help to increase drive or reduce aggressive tendencies.     «

Frontotemporal dementia is the second most common aetiology for pre-senile dementia after Alzheimer's disease. An insidious onset, a progressive course, and early behavioural changes are the main symptoms of this disorder. Further symptoms such as loss of drive, agitation, stereotypic behaviour, cognitive impairment, and language problems are also typical. Only few studies on the therapy of FTD have been published so far. However, results indicate that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SS...     »