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I know how frustrating this can be. My DH used to do that too. When I finally realized he is as certain of his version of events as I am, I was able to resist the urge to convince him of the truth. I realized he was unable to participate in the robust conversations we used to have and I looked to friends and family for that. With DH I simply agreed with his take on things rather than risk making him feel like I was gaslighting him. It took me some time but eventually I would simply say something noncommittal like "Wow" or "interesting ", because, ultimately, it didn't really matter and his brain could no longer reason. My mental health improved once I accepted this new reality. I know it's hard at first but becomes natural pretty quickly.

I hope this helps. You're not alone. I'm glad you are here and reaching out for help. There's lots of support on this forum.

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Thank you and it does help. I just started noticing how frequently he is starting to do that. Before it was occasionally. This and his freaking out about going to the Doc. Thursday (my doc.). I drove but he was getting all confused about where we needed to turn etc. That freaked me out. We have been going to this facility for 2 years so it is not a new place.

He is taking out the garbage right now and I am laughing to myself wondering if I should start considering having a tag on him that gives his name and where to return him to? Now, part of me feels bad even thinking that. It's tough.

Hopefully I will be able to get a diagnosis on him the next time he starts with his round of doctors.