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Simple guide to research

Simple guide to research This introductory guide is to help you find and understand research on young onset dementia.  We want to make sure that the research is easy to read and digest.  We hope this results in the research and its conclusions being used well to develop good support. The Young Dementia Network research […]

Support after diagnosis

Here you will find a collection of completed research studies relating to post-diagnostic support.  They have been selected by Dr Jenny La Fontaine, Senior Research Fellow, University of Bradford. Some of the links we provide are to the abstract only. For a full paper it may be necessary to subscribe to the site or to […]

Take part in research

Take part in research Research into dementia is receiving more investment as people search for treatments or a cure.  You may be asked to, or want to take part in medical or social research, and there are a number of ways you can become involved. You might want to take part in a drug trial, […]

The Angela Project

Here you will find a collection of young onset dementia research studies related to The Angela Project.  The Angela Project was a three-year long research study; the largest study of young onset dementia carried out in the UK.  The key findings and recommendations can be found in this publication, Good practice in young onset dementia […]

Diagnosis and prevalence

Here you will find a collection of young onset dementia research studies related to diagnosis and prevalence data.     Some of the links we provide are to the abstract only.  For a full paper it may be necessary to subscribe to the site or to pay a fee. Prevalence Diagnosis

Young onset dementia infographics

We have created a series of infographics sharing a range of information and facts and figures about young onset dementia. Please feel free to use these graphics in your presentations and social media posts to help raise awareness of young onset dementia.

Current research studies

Current research studies Taking part in young onset dementia research can provide an opportunity for people whose lives are affected by young onset dementia to contribute to the future of dementia care and treatment and to make a positive difference. Listed below are some dementia research opportunities that may be of interest: For more dementia […]

Find support

The Young Dementia Network is an online influencing community and works to increase knowledge, understanding and awareness of young onset dementia. It connects and signposts to services but does not directly provide support.   Our hosts, Dementia UK, and a number of our member organisations provide support and information around young onset dementia. Find out more […]

Peter Middleton

Member showcase: Peter Middleton Email is both a blessing and a curse. Sometimes, I get fed-up scrolling through an endless procession of marketing nonsense and badly spelt scams telling me that my computer is riddled with malware or I’ve won the Canadian lottery. Now and then, however, a gem of a piece of correspondence warms my […]