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EPISODE · Oct 5, 2021 · 52 MIN

The Cruelest Disease You’ve Never Heard Of

from Dementia Discussions · host Barbara Hament

Today Barbara talks to Anna Ivara, whose son George, age 61, suffers from Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD). Anna explains how FTD hit the language centers in George’s brain, rendering him unable to speak or make any facial expressions. They discuss the differences between FTD and Alzheimer’s, and how Anna found resources and support. To learn more about FTD, visit The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration or watch the  60 Minutes special 

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