How Do I Deal With A 75 Yr Old Man In Denial? It Is Very Frustrating!
He is doing things that are dangerous and not thinking it out. I am ready to throw in the towel.
My husband required 24/7 supervision when his cognitive decline developed into Dementia during later stage of Parkinson's Disease.
Doctor can help. Some folks with Parkinson's Disease develop Cognitive Decline and Dementia. Mini-Mental test was the first screening done for my husband. Ask for it if you have any concerns.... establishes a baseline score.
Parkinson’s is called a movement disorder. This is misleading. It’s actually a brain disorder. Brain cells are dying in the brain, and this affects behavior.
This causes delusions and hallucinations. PWP have delusions that adversely affect their judgement.
Your husband is not acting out. He is acting in accordance with what his brain is telling him. It sound like you need help. Fortunately help is available. Contact the https://www.agingcare.com/lp/bp-homecare?campai...
Dealing with denial in someone with Parkinson's can be challenging. Here are some strategies that might help:
1. Patience and Understanding: Recognize that denial is a common stage in the grieving process. It may take time for him to come to terms with his diagnosis.
2. Open Communication: Gently encourage open Show Full Answer
Parkinson’s, or Parkinson’s medication, can causes personality changes. Here’s a link that explains it.
https://www.apdaparkinson.org/article/personali...
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