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wife thinks I am her father-in-law and asks where her husband is
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: 17 hours ago | Replies (16)Comment receiving replies
Hello, @tunared In my experience, mental changes were always times of struggle for me with my wife. While I know every caregiver and their patient is different, I always had to remind myself of some words I took to heart from her neuro-doctor:
"When the brain is broken, logic does not work".
Consequently, I used lots of misdirection, subject changing, and at times lying -- often saying "Gee, honey, I just don't know. I'll have to check. Would you like some tea?" as my response.
Strength, Courage, & Peace
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Scott, Thank You! I've used your recommendations more than a few times over these past few years.
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Your quote... "When the brain is broken, logic does not work." is just so hard. We want them to get well... to at least get better.... to understand..... all those things. My hubby is not as far along as many but in the night he often wakes up and doesn't know where he is.. or who I am. So thankful that during the day he knows who I am and still can do much of what we used to do. I suppose sometime it will be our turn... and I will remember this quote. My thoughts have always been toward the positive.. and "each day better" but I'm getting more realistic and thinking... "each day peaceful and as happy as possible."
Hugs for all.