Dementia is a disease that robs the elderly of not only memories but security as well. People and things that were once familiar to them become strange and unknown. As the disease progresses, feelings of frustration and anger become more prevalent. Caregivers must learn to understand the disease and how its progression may affect their loved one. Learning to care for a person with dementia and its accompanying problems may call for special training.
Although dementia is less common in early old age, the likelihood of a diagnosis rises considerably later in life. The Alzheimer's Association notes that female family members are the primary care providers for the majority of ...
Dementia is a condition that impairs a person's ability to think and reason, eventually leading to an impairment in her ability to function and care for herself. This results in the need for caregivers, either in her home or in...
A patient diagnosed with dementia generally has a loss or lack of general mental abilities. She may forget everyday tasks, people and in some cases, who they are. People with dementia get progressively worse as time goes by and...
Acceptance is very important when your relative or loved one has dementia. Accepting dementia means being realistic in what you can and cannot do to help him. Work with his doctor to know what medical options are available for...
