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How do i treat my grandfather who got dementia?

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Dr. Missid Ghanem answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

With love & patience: Also, "the validation breakthrough" by naomi feil is a wonderful read, showing caregivers how they can interact successfully with people with dementia by avoiding reality orientation and instead focusing on underlying emotional needs. Also, take good care of yourself in the process.

Answered 5/7/2012

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Depends: Make sure fully evaluated for potentially reversible causes of confusion.Id treatment should be directed toward the correct diagnosis. The commonly used drugs for ad are cholinesterase inhibitors like donepizil and namenda (memantine).

Answered 2/8/2017

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Caregiver resources: In terms of resources for caregivers assisting with those with dementia, dr. Most compiled this list of resources with contributions from national and international neuropsychologists: http://cpancf.Com/pdf/dementia%20resources%20for%20caregivers.Pdf.

Answered 1/5/2013

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