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Needingpatience
Asked April 2017
Is this normal during the progression of dementia?
My 96-year-old mother has started chanting and using nonsensical words in rhythm.
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pamstegma
Apr 2017
It can be, yes. Often referred to as "word salad" the patient may think they are carrying on a normal conversation, or reciting a favorite poem. If it comforts her, read some poetry to her.
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