Alzheimersand other dementias often are accompanied by challenging behaviors that were not always prepared to handle.
Sometimes,dementiaseems to bring out the individual’s basic personality all the more.
Other times,personalities seem to be completely differentas dementia progresses.
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Why Is the Term Challenging Behaviors Used?
Other terms used to describe them include:
Does Everyone With Alzheimers Experience Challenging Behaviors?
There are some people who remain pleasantly confused the whole time they have dementia.
However, this is usually the exception rather than the rule.
So it follows that not only our thinking and memory are affected, but also our behaviors.
Different kinds of behaviors occur during the stages of Alzheimers.
As the disease progresses into the middle stages, individuals may develop more anger, aggression, and agitation.
In the later stages of dementia, people tend to experience more apathy and withdrawal.
It can become more difficult to elicit a response from your loved one.
Responding to Challenging Behaviors
Knowing how to respond to challenging behaviors can be a true challenge.
When loved ones become angry or aggressive, it’s not unusual to feel hurt or frustrated.
Sometimes, family or friends can benefit from a short break if the frustration is too much.
Alzheimer Scotland- Action on Dementia.Understanding and dealing with challenging behaviour.
