General tips

FTD patients may encounter difficulties performing activities that used to be very easy for them in everyday life. These difficulties can be caused by lack of motivation, planning difficulties or language problems.

Remember to:

• Facilitate their performance
• Keep patient as active as possible
• Focus on their abilities
• Avoid distress between you and the patient
• Give yourself a break from time to time
• Since lack of motivation is often a barrier to performing certain tasks, consider offering a reward for desired behaviors