Understanding Dementia Impulsivity and How to Respond With Care
Imagine spending a quiet afternoon outside with your loved one when suddenly, they shout at a passerby or attempt to step into oncoming traffic. It’s
Imagine spending a quiet afternoon outside with your loved one when suddenly, they shout at a passerby or attempt to step into oncoming traffic. It’s
No matter how compassionate and patient you are, dementia care can sometimes push you to your limits. Repeated questions, pushback when you try to help,
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It’s evening. The day’s to-do list is done. You’ve cooked, cleaned, maybe even managed a few quiet minutes—then suddenly, everything changes. Your loved one with
Dementia doesn’t just affect memory—it transforms how people interact with the world around them, including those they love. If conversations with your loved one have
In our role of caring for people with dementia, we’re familiar with behaviors that you may find perplexing, such as attempts to eat non-food items
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When a family member starts showing signs of dementia, children may become curious and even worried. They might ask, “Why does Grandma forget what she