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My mother is in the middle moderate level of alzheimers. how do i handle her questions about where family members are who have already died?

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Dr. Ram Reddy answered

Never say no: It is best to handle gently saying they are not here, rather them telling they are dead.

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 7/18/2019

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A member asked:

My mother is in the middle moderate level of alzheimers. how do i handle her questions about where family members are who have already died?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ram Reddy answered

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

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