How do I deal with my 87-year-old mother who lies and is manipulative?

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danich1 Asked October 2010

How do I deal with my 87-year-old mother who lies and is manipulative?

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In some people, aging brings out their worst behaviors. As a caregiver, you probably bear the brunt of this bad behavior. Setting boundaries, learning to deal with stress and getting support are the best strategies for coping. Here is an article by our Community Moderator (and a caregiver for 20 years) Carol Bursack that might help:

https://www.agingcare.com/134529

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