Hallucinations in the Elderly
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Parkinson's Psychosis: A Little-Known Symptom of PD
Shakiness, unsteady gait and freezing are the hallmark symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, but half of those with PD also develop hallucinations, paranoid thinking and delusions.
4 Comments5 Ways to Manage Dementia-Related Hallucinations
Two of the most frightening and troublesome side effects of dementia are hallucinations and delusions. They are very real to the person who is experiencing them but highly frustrating for caregivers to deal with.
3 CommentsDaylight Saving Time Can Trigger Sundowning Behaviors
For seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, the time change each fall may exacerbate symptoms of sundowning. Less daylight and modifications to one’s daily routine often bring added emotional, behavioral and cognitive difficulties.
5 CommentsSundown Syndrome Can Worsen During Fall and Winter Months
Sundowning can happen with dementia patients year-round, but during autumn and winter, the effects can be magnified due to shorter, darker days. Be aware of the causes of and treatments for this dementia-related behavior.
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Hallucinations Questions
How can I help my mother who frequently has bad dreams and auditory hallucinations?
10 AnswersLlamalover47 Answered Jun 5, 2023Does Melatonin affect night hallucinations in Parkinson's Disease?
7 AnswersNeedHelpWithMom Replied Jun 4, 2023Why is my mother, who has dementia, so suspicious of the family members she lives with? She accuses us of stealing, neglecting chores, etc.?
26 AnswersNinjaWarrior3 Answered May 20, 2023How do I stay in contact with my relative who has dementia?
3 AnswersGeaton777 Answered May 11, 2023
Hallucinations Discussions
I'm looking for information on Lewy Body Dementia?
3 Commentslealonnie1 Commented Feb 13, 2023My mom is in geriatric psych ward for hallucinations and dementia how long can they keep her?
4 CommentsAlvaDeer Commented Jan 27, 2023Well, Dad has finally reached the time when he isn't able to care for himself at home alone any longer.
6 CommentsBeatty Commented May 2022Thank you all so much for the advice.
2 Commentsgladimhere Commented Feb 2022
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- Burnout
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- Memory Loss
- Dementia Wandering
- Long-distance Caregiving
- Moderate Dementia
- New to Caregiving
- Cancer
- Caregiving
- Mild Dementia
- Adult Day Care
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