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Dementia is something that is usually associated with older people. However, children, teenagers and young adults can experience dementia as a result of a number of rare diseases and conditions. Niemann-Pick Disease Type C (NPC) is an example of one of these diseases, and one of its main symptoms is dementia. (Hinton et al, 2005)
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  • 18Jun
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    We made it back from Disney World all in one piece! We want to say Thank you to the Make-A-Wish Foundation for giving this special opportunity to us to make memories with our family!

    Brisan and Parker had a lot of fun for what they were able to enjoy of the time there!

    I will have some pictures up soon and hopefully some video.

    Thank you!

    Posted by Dad @ 4:26 pm

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