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What are the signs of young onset dementia?
Worrying indicators that raise red flags
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Indeed, dementia is often associated with old age, as the condition commonly affects older adults. But there is one type of dementia that can strike people at a much earlier age: young onset dementia.
This form of the disease typically develops in those under 65 years of age. In fact, it's known to affect those even in their thirties. Health professionals are not exactly sure what triggers such a harmful disorder in one so young, and there's currently no cure. But a number of signs and symptoms can indicate its early presence.
So, are you worried you might have young onset dementia? Click through for some clues.
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