Signs & Symptoms of bvFTD - Impairments in social skills -
inappropriate or bizarre social behavior (e.g., eating with
one's fingers in public, doing sit-ups in a public restroom,
being overly familiar with strangers) - "loosening" of normal
social restraints (e.g., using obscene language or making
inappropriate sexual remarks) - Change in activity level -
apathy, withdrawal, loss of interest, lack of motivation, and
initiative which may appear to be depression but the patient
does not experience sad feelings. - in some instances there is
an increase in purposeless activity (e.g., pacing, constant
cleaning) or agitation. - Decreased Judgment - impairments in
financial decision- making (e.g., impulsive spending) -
difficulty recognizing consequences of behavior - lack of
appreciation for threats to safety (e.g., inviting strangers
into home) - Changes in personal habits - lack of concern over
personal appearance - compulsiveness (need to carry out repeated
actions that are inappropriate or not relevant to the