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Can a child develop Alzheimer's? Understanding the Rare Genetic Conditions

While Alzheimer's disease primarily affects adults over 65, a common misconception is that a child can develop Alzheimer's. In reality, pediatric dementia-like symptoms are caused by a distinct group of extremely rare, progressive genetic disorders, not the hallmark pathology of Alzheimer's itself. These disorders are collectively known as childhood dementia, and understanding them is crucial for affected families.