For younger people with dementia, this can be more challenging due to their commitments. For example, they may have a mortgage, young children and household duties they share with a partner or friend.
They should also be able to provide appropriate information and support to help with the issues younger people with dementia face. Having access to age-appropriate information and support can make a ...
So it’s not always obvious that someone has early-onset dementia. This can make getting a diagnosis more difficult. If you’re concerned you might have young-onset dementia, make an appointment with ...
a higher risk of stroke. a weaker immune system and taking longer to recover from illnesses or injuries. Not everyone who has dementia is older. One in 20 cases occur in someone under the age of 65.
Nikki-Anne Wilson is affiliated with the University of New South Wales and Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA). She is also currently a contributor to the Ageing Advisory Committee facilitated ...