It's like dealing with Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde!

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It's like dealing with Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde!

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Alzheimer's & Dementia

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Caregivers Asked

Has anyone found a way to convince a parent with dementia that you are their child?
My dad is getting up multiple times a night and believes it’s morning even though it is dark and only 2:00 am. Suggestions?
My father was just diagnosed with early stage dementia. I'm concerned about my family in MI. How do I help from far away?

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J jeannegibbs Dec 2013 · Answer 1 · 12/23/2013 13:43:04

Yes the switching is crazy-making. But never having a glimpse of the real person within them would be too sad to endure, I think.

J JessieBelle Dec 2013 · Answer 2 · 12/23/2013 10:44:46

I wish they'd stay either one or the other. Switching back and forth is crazy making.

C Countrymouse Dec 2013 · Answer 3 · 12/23/2013 08:33:20

Ouch, Book! Don't know what to say. x

B bookluvr Dec 2013 · Answer 4 · 12/23/2013 08:23:42

Yeah, one minute we're both laughing together so heartily. Then he stops in the middle of his laughter, and says something mean to me. Complete 100% change - in mid-laughter. Very hard to guard yourself when you're heartily laughing with your parent.