Frontotemporal dementia (FTD), in particular, may be at play, and identifying ways to slow down its progression can help. In ...

The temporal lobe is part of the cerebral cortex. It plays a role in memory, enables people to process sound and vision, and is crucial for recognizing objects and language. Dysfunction in the ...

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a disorder marked by progressive degeneration of the frontal and or temporal lobes of the brain. It is the most common form of dementia in people under 60, and it is ...

In a few people with temporal lobe abnormalities, there is an outpouring of written material. These individuals have a drive to record facts and memories through writing in as precise and objective a ...

Mild cognitive impairment is linked to blood vessel dysfunction in the brain's temporal lobes -- the seat of memory -- according to a new study. The findings, seen in people with and without signs of ...

Medically reviewed by Brigid Dwyer, MD Key Takeaways Frontal lobe damage can cause problems with decision-making, movement, and self-control.  A stroke is a common cause of frontal lobe damage, often ...