Unexplained mood swings are hallmark symptoms of dementia, and can be challenging for family caregivers to navigate. One minute you are enjoying a nice activity together, when seemingly out of nowhere, the person’s countenance darkens. You may then find yourself walking on eggshells as you cautiously make an effort to resolve a situation you don’t fully grasp.
While it’s helpful to find out the main cause behind powerful emotions like fear, anxiety, and agitation, unfortunately, it’s not always feasible. There might be a known cause, like loud noises or fatigue, that can be easily resolved; but there may be more arbitrary factors, like the person remembering an distressful memory from many years ago that they are unable to speak about. Dementia care activities that stimulate the senses can help with these issues.
After determining that the older adults is not in pain or physical discomfort, there are two essential things to do:
Sensory exercises can help preempt or create distraction from challenging mood swings. Try making and implementing some of these creative ideas from our experts in home care in Belleville, IL and the surrounding areas:
Morning Glory Home Care’s experts in home care in Belleville, IL and the surrounding communities are full of imaginative ideas such as these, as well as the skill to help effectively take care of even the most challenging symptoms of the disease. Our objective is always to make life the best it can be for the seniors we serve, each and every day. Call us at 618-667-8400 to find out more.
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