Impulsivity and Disinhibition
Why impulsive and socially inappropriate behaviour occurs in FTD and how to manage it
One of the most visible changes in frontotemporal dementia is the loss of social restraint. A person who was once polite and careful may suddenly begin acting in ways that feel impulsive or inappropriate. They may say things without thinking. They may interrupt others. They may ignore social boundaries that once seemed obvious.
The Brain’s Social Filters
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