Is treatment possible?
There is no cure and no effective disease-modifying treatment yet available, but various therapies can help some of the symptoms such as aggression or overeating.
- Psychological methods are very important to help control and contain abnormal behaviour.
- Caregiver support and counselling is vital.
- All families should receive expert advice on genetic aspects.
- Speech therapy is of benefit in patients with progressive non-fluent aphasia, particularly helping to develop alternative communication methods.
- The input of an occupational therapist can be invaluable to improve everyday functioning at home.
