Pick's disease primarily manifests in two distinct ways: either as the behavioral variant of frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD) or by affecting the brain's language areas, leading to a condition known as primary progressive aphasia. This disease typically appears at an earlier age compared to other types of dementia, such as Alzheimer's. While research indicates that most cases are diagnosed between the ages of 50 and 60, it can also occur in individuals younger than 20 or older than 80. The risk of developing Pick's disease is increased in individuals with a family history of the condition, which has been linked to at least three specific gene mutations. However, it has also been determined that most cases of Pick's disease are not hereditary. For instance, individuals with a history of head trauma may have a higher risk of developing Pick's disease.