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About young onset dementia
In this section you will find information about young onset dementia, the most common types and symptoms and facts and figures about the condition. We have also included links to information about getting a diagnosis and what to do after receiving a diagnosis.
What is young onset dementia?
An explanation of the differences between young onset versus late onset dementia
Read hereFacts and figures
For information about young onset dementia prevalence, diagnosis, common types and impact
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Find out more about the main types of dementia including rare dementias more commonly experienced by younger people
Read more hereGetting a diagnosis
Information about getting a dementia diagnosis and the benefits of seeking one at an early stage
Find out moreAfter a diagnosis of dementia
A ‘next steps’ checklist of what to do after a diagnosis of dementia
Find out moreJoin the Young Dementia Network
A community of people living with young onset dementia, their family and friends, as well as professionals who work in the field of health and social care and voluntary sector
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