Facing Dementia in Your 40s – Michael’s Story
In the UK, nearly 1 million people live with dementia. It’s often thought of as an illness that only affects older people — but that isn’t always the case. Around 7 in every 100 people diagnosed with dementia are under the age of 65. This is known as Young Onset Dementia , and it can affect people in their 40s, 50s, or 60s — sometimes even younger. This is the reality for Michael and his family, who are navigating life with dementia far earlier than they ever expected. I spoke with...