Difficulty understanding storylines
One of the earliest signs of dementia is a person’s inability of finding the right words to express their thoughts and emotions. Additionally, some people may also struggle to understand a storyline or an idea that’s being explained to them. That can either happen because they can’t understand the meaning of a word anymore or they just can’t pay attention long enough to follow through.
Sadly, this symptom makes it even harder for people with dementia to watch television programs or attend social gatherings – another factor that can affect their mood negatively.
Inability to adapt to changes
The most important thing we all have to acknowledge when it comes to dementia is this: It is scary. A person that starts suffering from any form of dementia can have major difficulties understanding what’s happening to them. All these changes in their mindset, personality, memory, and skills make them cling to a routine as they try to find balance and normality in their lives again.
Experiencing all these symptoms can also make them fear new experiences or tasks. What if they go grocery shopping and can’t figure out how to get back home? What if they meet an old friend and just can’t talk to them properly? This is one of the main reasons why we have to be extremely supportive and patient if we notice any of these symptoms – regardless if they’re already been diagnosed or not.
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Peter J Klinski
My wife passed away in May, 2022, and I witnessed all the above mentioned symptoms. A very sad way to watch an intelligent educator spend their final days fighting this terrible disease. As a care giver, it truly breaks your heart watching the suffering.
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My mother died from Alzheimer’s and it was sad to watch. At the end she didn’t know any of us. She eventually had to have a feeding tube. Now my youngest brother has frontotemporal dementia. I understand this is the worst kind. It must be very bewildering for the victim to go through such an illness. He recently slapped his wife and I don’t know how much longer she can care for him. I’m 87 and would try to care for him if I was younger but it looks as if he’ll have to go to a VA care center.
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