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Capgras Syndrome: How to Cope with a Loved One's Delusions
Capgras is a delusional misidentification syndrome that can complicate a dementia patient’s quality of life and their family members’ efforts to care for them. Learn the best ways to handle delusions and foster positive interactions with your loved one.
8 CommentsA Spouse’s Experience: Caring for a Loved One with Parkinson’s Disease Psychosis
Hallucinations and delusions are troubling symptoms that can develop in the mid to late stages of PD. A spousal caregiver shares her experiences with her husband’s psychotic episodes in order to raise awareness of this little-known facet of the disease.
4 CommentsParanoia, Hallucinations and Delusions in Dementia Patients
Learn the differences between these common dementia-related behaviors and the best techniques for coping with them.
90 CommentsDreams, Past Events & Delusions: What is Reality for People With Dementia?
When Alzheimer's or dementia sets in, dreams and past events enter delusional thinking and can seem like current reality to elders. What's a caregiver to do?
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Delusions Questions
What is the best way to deal with delusions?
1 AnswerGeaton777 Answered 37 min agoHow do I deal with my husband threatening to leave every day?
4 AnswersMJ1929 Answered Aug 9, 2022My mom's personality has changed considerably. She was always kind and caring, now she is paranoid and mean. Is this common?
25 AnswersChoppedLiver Replied Aug 6, 2022I'm worried about fire. Other than smoke alarms, what could I do to protect myself?
28 AnswersDianaGearhart Answered Aug 5, 2022
Delusions Discussions
Capgras syndrome returns with a twist. Any ideas why?
1 CommentGeaton777 Commented Jul 27, 2022Delirium as Reaction to COVID Booster.
9 CommentsGardenArtist Commented Jun 30, 2022Has anyone been accused of murder by a LO with dementia?
11 CommentsAinSeattle Commented Apr 1, 2022Lewy Body and Second Marriage has made POA and medical care responsibilities difficult or impossible and Dad's increasing his need for care.
5 CommentsLBD1stATLGail Commented Feb 2021
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