How to Connect with a Person Living with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) - with Teepa Snow

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Frontotemporal Dementias (FTDs), an umbrella term for a range of disorders affecting the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, are particularly challenging for families and professional care partners. Odd, often impulsive behaviors and potential loss of language are just a few symptoms causing frustration and anxiety.
Learn with Teepa Snow:
- why proper screenings truly matter, and where to get them
- about causes and symptoms of different types of FTDs
- which changes happen in the brain, and how they affect the person living with FTD
- how to deal with challenging behaviors without sacrificing the relationship
- which medications can help or potentially cause harm
- how to best manage the disease with current treatment options
- why supportive communication and a Positive Physical Approach™ are vital to offer the greatest quality of life, for the person with FTD and care partner alike
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[@yuvgotubekidding]

My wife was diagnosed 2 years ago at age 57. I retired early to care for her full time. I've learned to slow down to her speed at doing everything. When we are in public she does want to greet every person that comes her way. Now I understand why. This short video has given me even more understanding. The most difficult thing about dealing with this illness is having more and more of her abilities and personality being taken away and I have to be alright with it. No choice but to accept what is happening, adjust, adapt and keep going. Emotionally draining at times. But I owe it to her to be strong. I try to live up to the standard that she would set if she was to care for me.

[@comfortingkitties8228]

Very well said

[@alexanderbuly5734]

I have an uncle that was also diagnosed about 2 years ago also at 57.

[@robertthompson9111]

Thank you for your video. , my sweet young sister is getting worse & I’m scared. She has PPA but I’m seeing behavioral changes now when words were the beginning

[@Rene-nn4ms]

I don’t think this would work with my mom😢 I have the hardest time getting my mom to shower

[@heatherjunker967]

Have you tried a bath? Some have issues with the water hitting their head. Some are terrified of baths. If both are problems, it may be time for other alternatives like bed baths or no-rinse wipes and no- rinse shampoos.

[@teepasnowvideos]

feel free to reach out to us and we can take a look at your current situation and help you figure out some things to try. It's different for everyone.

[@Sandy.Squirrel]

What do you do if the person does not want to be touched?

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi Sandy z, my name is Jason and I work with Teepa at Positive Approach to Care. Our September Online Dementia Journal was all about touch tolerance (teepasnow.com/online-dementia-journal/online-dementia-journal-september-2021/). You might be interested in our It's All In Your Approach video as a resource (teepasnow.com/product/its-all-in-your-approach-streaming/).

[@melindaestridge4167]

I am a perSonal caregiver to someone with FLD This video was informative and helpful. Can anyone suggest other resources or Associations?

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Melinda Estridge, Shelly from Positive Approach (Teepa's company) here. You might want to check out the Association for FTD (www.aftd.org) or check out these resources on our website and this search (teepasnow.com/search/?search=frontotemporal)